IPOH: A snap Perak state election is unlikely to be held any time soon, says Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad. The Perak Mentri Besar said the matter has not been discussed on any platforms, and it is unlikely that he would seek to dissolve the state legislative assembly in the near future. "There are procedures to call for a state election. "If His Royal Highness does not agree, then the Mentri Besar is considered to have resigned. There had been talks that Perak is being considered a "case study", with a snap state election called to see if an early general election can be held.

Source: The Star April 08, 2026 16:15 UTC