What historical precedent supports the 35 per cent seat demand?

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## The 35 per cent seat demand is supported by Sabah, Sarawak and Singapore’s 1963 parliamentary share, and by the 2012 select committee endorsement.

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The historical case rests on the 1963 distribution of seats, when Sabah had 16, Sarawak 24 and Singapore 15, giving the three territories 35 per cent of the 159 parliamentary seats. Ongkili said that when Singapore left Malaysia in 1965, its seats should be transferred to Sabah and Sarawak so the 35 per cent representation could be restored.

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