Two things must be done before the 12th Sarawak state election can be held, said de facto Law Minister Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar.

First, he said the emergency proclamation until Feb 2, 2022, as declared by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong would have to be terminated earlier with the king’s consent, if necessary.

"Second, the Sarawak state election could be held if...