EC sets Sarawak state election for Dec 12, nomination Nov 28

Early voting is on Dec 8, says Ramlan. — Bernama file pic

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Summary

• The Sarawak state election polling date is set for 12th December.
• Nomination for the election will occur on 28th November.
• Early voting is scheduled for 8th December, with a 14-day campaign period.

First Published: Friday, 06 Nov 2026 10:52 AM MYT

KUCHING, Nov 6 — The Election Commission (EC) has set the polling date for the 13th Sarawak Election on Dec 12.

EC chairman Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun said the nomination date has been fixed on Nov 28, while early voting is on Dec 8, allowing a campaign period of 14 days.

Ramlan said this at a press conference after chairing EC’s special meeting to discuss the matter here today. — Bernama