Perak PKR chairman Mohamad Hairul Amir sworn in as senator

Mohamad Hairul Amir, 38, was sworn in before Dewan Negara President Datuk Awang Bemee Awang Ali Basah at a ceremony held at the Senate here. — Bernama pic

First Published: Tuesday, 29 Sep 2026 1:09 PM MYT

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 29 — Perak PKR chairman Mohamad Hairul Amir Sabri today took his oath of office as a Senator representing the state for a three-year term from Sept 10, 2026 to Sept 9, 2029.

Mohamad Hairul Amir, 38, was sworn in before Dewan Negara President Datuk Awang Bemee Awang Ali Basah at a ceremony held at the Senate here.

He was appointed to fill the vacancy left by Amanah vice-president Datuk Seri Dr Mujahid Yusof, whose term as Senator ended on May 24.

On September 10, the Perak State Legislative Assembly elected Mohamad Hairul Amir, who is also chief special officer at the Office of the Tambun MP, following a motion tabled by Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad under Article 45(1)(a) of the Federal Constitution.

Meanwhile, Awang Bemee, in his speech, said Mohamad Hairul Amir’s broad experience spanning political leadership, public administration, government relations, community development and corporate governance would bring valuable insights to Senate debates and proceedings.

“His involvement in statutory bodies and government-linked companies (GLCs), as well as his roles on independent audit committees and private sector boards, has further broadened his experience in governance, management, accountability and integrity,” he said.

Awang Bemee hoped Mohamad Hairul Amir would draw on his wealth of experience to contribute constructively in discharging his duties as a Senator.

Meanwhile, he said the Dewan Negara would continue to play a pivotal role in strengthening Malaysia’s parliamentary institution, including through the implementation of the Parliamentary Service Act 2025, which, among other things, seeks to reinforce the principle of separation of powers and enhance the effectiveness of Parliament’s checks and balances.

He said the move was crucial to strengthening Parliament’s autonomy and standing, enabling it to fulfil its role effectively, independently and credibly within the country’s democratic system.

“We want the Dewan Negara to be an institution that voices the concerns of the people and the states, scrutinises national policies and legislation, and strengthens the principle of checks and balances within the parliamentary democratic system,” he said.

According to the parliamentary calendar, the Dewan Negara will convene for the Third Meeting of the Fifth Session of the 15th Parliament from November 30 to December 22. — Bernama