Cabinet agrees to let select committee vet public prosecutor picks
The Malaysian Cabinet has agreed to allow a parliamentary select committee to vet candidates for the public prosecutor position. This amendment to the Constitution (Amendment) (No 2) Bill 2026 follows extensive feedback from various stakeholders and aims to increase transparency in the appointment process.
Why it matters
This change represents a significant reform in the separation of powers between the attorney-general and the public prosecutor, aiming to enhance institutional accountability.
Candidates for public prosecutor will be vetted by a parliamentary select committee before the House makes a recommendation to the Judicial and Legal Service Commission, which advises the king on the appointment. (Bernama pic)
The article reports on legislative developments using neutral language and citing official government statements.
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