EXECUTIVE POWER IN

MALAYSIA
Prepared By

HAZIQA HADAYANA AKHBAR

INTRODUCTION
Malaysia system of government comprises the federal, state and

local government. A parliamentary democracy with a federal

constitutional monarchy.

The Paramount Ruler, Yang di-Pertuan Agong is the head of state

and the leader of the Islamic faith in Malaysia.

This monarch is selected for a five-year term from the nine

hereditary rulers (sultans) of Peninsular Malaysia.

Federal government adopts the principle separation of powers

(British) and has three branches : executive, legislature and

judiciary.

Federal government adheres to and is created by The Federal

Constitution of Malaysia, the supreme law of the land.

 Melaka,

Pulau Pinang, Sabah and Sarawak have

governors and do not participate in the selection of
the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.

EXECUTIVE POWER
Executive power lies in the cabinet led by the prime minister

who must be a member of the lower house and command a

majority.
The cabinet is chosen from members of both houses of

parliament. The prime minister of Malaysia is appointed by the

Yang di-Pertuan Agong who also appoints the cabinet on the
advice of the prime minister.
Each of the 13 states has its own constitution which must be

compatible with the federal constitution. Each state has an

executive council, which deals with non-federal matters under a
Menteri Besar (chief minister).

FUNCTIONS OF EXECUTIVE BRANCH

The executive branch is the enforcer of law. It enforce

laws made or enacted by the legislature.

Responsible

for the government administrative

system, formulation and execution of governmental
policies.

Has authority to adjourn and dissolve the legislature.

Preparing the annual financial reports and proposal of

expenditure and taxes before presenting to the

Parliament or the legislature for approval.
Issues regulations for the governance of government

departments.

CONTINUE.
To generate revenues through the collection of various taxes,

fines, summons, custom duties and fees from general public.

Responsible for delivering services such as healthcare,

welfare, education, finance, and etc.

Command armed forces for the defend and protection of the

state security, recommend legislation and issue ordinances.

Executive branch does not have the right to intervene in

legislative or judicial branches of state. To ensure that the

principle of separation of power is adhered to (Article 127 of
Federal Constitution).

CONCLUSION
Malaysia is federal parliamentary ruled by a monarchy and

prime minister working and consulting together.

Advantages of federalism : Ensures government stay close

to people, encourages development of nation and provide

barriers to dominance of majority.
Disadvantages of federalism : Duplication of governments

and over lapping policies, lead to inequality between

states, lead to unhealthy competition and overgovernment that will result to corruption.

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