Why no by-election for Subang after MP resigns?

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No By-Election for Subang Following MP's Resignation

The Election Commission of Malaysia (EC) has confirmed that a by-election will not be held for the Subang parliamentary constituency after the incumbent Member of Parliament, Wong Chen, resigned. This decision is based on advice from the Dewan Rakyat Speaker, Tan Sri Dr. Johari Abdul, who indicated that there is no necessity to fill the vacancy.
Speaker's Notification to the EC

The EC received official notification from the Dewan Rakyat Speaker, Tan Sri Dr. Johari Abdul, on August 11 regarding the casual vacancy of the Subang parliamentary seat. This notification followed the Speaker's confirmation that he had officially received Wong Chen’s resignation notice.
Constitutional Basis for the Decision

EC Chairman Datuk Seri Ramlan Harun stated that the decision to forgo a by-election is grounded in Article 54(1) of the Federal Constitution. This constitutional provision, alongside the Speaker's advice, dictates the course of action when a parliamentary seat becomes vacant.
Declaration of Vacancy

The Subang parliamentary seat was formally declared vacant under Article 51 of the Federal Constitution. This declaration is a prerequisite for any subsequent actions concerning the filling of the seat, whether through a by-election or other constitutional means.

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