Malaysia

Parliament may convene to address impact of West Asia conflict

Anwar announced plans to convene Malaysia’s Chief Ministers, state leaders, and key political figures to review the nation’s economic position in light of rising pressures from the ongoing conflict

Updated 4 months ago · Published on 27 Mar 2026 3:01PM

Parliament may convene to address impact of West Asia conflict
Outcome of these briefings will determine whether it is necessary to convene Parliament to examine and discuss the next steps - March 27, 2026

PRIME MINISTER Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed that he will soon meet with Chief Ministers, state leaders, and senior political figures to receive briefings on the current economic situation amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

Speaking to the media after Friday prayers at Masjid Tengku Ampuan Jemaah in Bukit Jelutong, he said the briefings would be delivered by the National Security Council (Majlis Keselamatan Negara, MKN) and the National Economic Action Council (Majlis Tindakan Ekonomi Negara, MTEN).

“The outcome of these briefings will determine whether it is necessary to convene Parliament to examine and discuss the next steps,” the Prime Minister stated.

The planned consultations underscore the government’s proactive approach to assessing the economic impact of rising global energy prices, inflationary pressures, and trade disruptions linked to geopolitical tensions in West Asia. - March 27, 2026

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