New Format for Youth Parliament Elections
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul announced that the election for Youth Parliament members will feature a new format starting March next year. The updated format will involve all public and private higher education institutions nationwide to propose their representatives.
Expanding Representation
The Youth Parliament will expand from 100 seats to 222 to ensure each constituency has one youth parliamentarian. Currently, the election is individual-based, but the new format will shift the process to university-led nominations. Parliament’s chief administrator Datuk Ahmad Husaini Abdul Rahman is looking into this.
Rationale Behind the Change
Johari emphasized the importance of the Youth Parliament as an excellent platform for young people, especially students, to gain early exposure to politics and helps the country nurture young talent to become better representatives in the future. He believes that the new format will make the Youth Parliament an effective launching pad into actual politics, training students in debating, raising issues, and more.
Selection Process
The selection process for the Youth Parliament will be similar to a general election. The Malaysian Parliament is currently reviewing the specifics, refining the details to make the Youth Parliament an effective platform for young people. Johari emphasized the importance of thorough planning and responsible training programs for future leaders.
Solar Energy in Parliament
In related news, Johari announced that the Malaysian Parliament has become one of the first in the world to use solar energy in its operations, starting October 1. The solar energy use is expected to save up to RM1 million annually while also helping to reduce environmental pollution.
Conclusion
The new format for the Youth Parliament elections aims to provide a more inclusive and representative platform for young people. By expanding representation and shifting the process to university-led nominations, the Malaysian Parliament hopes to nurture young talent and prepare them for future leadership roles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the new format for the Youth Parliament elections?
A: The new format will involve all public and private higher education institutions nationwide to propose their representatives.
Q: How many seats will the Youth Parliament have?
A: The Youth Parliament will expand from 100 seats to 222 to ensure each constituency has one youth parliamentarian.
Q: What is the selection process for the Youth Parliament?
A: The selection process will be similar to a general election, with the Malaysian Parliament reviewing the specifics to ensure an effective platform for young people.
Q: What is the benefit of using solar energy in Parliament?
A: The solar energy use is expected to save up to RM1 million annually while also helping to reduce environmental pollution.