8 September 2021

MCA Youth fully supports introduction of Recall Act as part of democratic progress

In today’s MCA Youth Central Committee (CC) meeting led by MCA Youth National Chairperson Datuk Nicole Wong, the Committee unanimously agreed to support the House of Representatives Recall (HORR) Act.  The committee also urges politicians on both sides and NGOs to come together and realise this important milestone for Malaysia’s democracy.

As the vanguard of MCA, the Youth wing shoulders the responsibility to push forward and engage in nation-building efforts for the welfare of all citizens. Hence, the MCA Youth CC completely agrees that the Recall Act is crucial in addressing the age-old problem of MPs hopping parties while still observing the principles of democracy.

Especially after the 14th General Elections, the frequency of party-hopping increased drastically, resulting in the political sphere being stuck in limbo. As a result, effective governance was undermined, and Malaysians nationwide became increasingly frustrated with politicians.

Under the Recall Act, MPs who hop party or commit offences listed under the Act (not amounting to disqualification of office under Article 48 (1) (e) of the Federal Constitution) will be accountable to their electorate at the risk of losing their seats.

The introduction of the Recall Act will definitely serve as a significant deterrent to MPs who are considering to defect. At the same time, the move to empower the electorate is testament of a democratic society.

Considering that the Recall Act still needs refinement, MCA Youth is committed towards gathering feedback from youths so that the drafted Bill will be comprehensive and receive majority support from Malaysians.

MCA Youth Central Committee

-MCA Online-