Hamzah Zainuddin calls disrespecting Agong orders treason

Opposition Leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin has stated that any attempt to disobey, deny, or belittle commands issued by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong constitutes major treason against the King and the nation.

Speaking in a statement, Hamzah emphasized that all Malaysians have an obligation to uphold the institution of the monarchy as a symbol of national sovereignty, as enshrined in the Federal Constitution and the Rukun Negara. He noted that the government is obligated to fulfill royal commands made in accordance with the law, specifically citing Article 42 of the Federal Constitution regarding royal pardons, postponements, or mitigations of sentences.

Hamzah also referenced the Federal Court's ruling regarding the pardon of Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, noting that the King's exercise of the royal prerogative of pardon is non-justiciable, meaning it cannot be questioned or reviewed by any party, including the courts.