Three-Term Subang MP Wong Chen Officially Resigns From Dewan Rakyat Effective Today

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 10 — Subang Member of Parliament Wong Chen has officially resigned as a Member of the Dewan Rakyat, effective at 5:00 pm today.

Wong, who has served as a lawmaker for three terms, confirmed that his official resignation letter was submitted to Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul on August 5.

In a Facebook post, Wong Chen explained that the early notice was submitted to allow the Parliament administration sufficient time to make the necessary administrative preparations.

He also shared a copy of his official resignation letter dated August 5, 2026, stating that his resignation and the vacation of the Subang parliamentary seat were done voluntarily in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Constitution.

“I express my appreciation and gratitude to YB Tan Sri (Johari) and the entire staff of the Parliament of Malaysia for the trust, support, and good cooperation throughout my three terms serving as a Member of Parliament,” Wong wrote in the letter.

Wong Chen also announced that he will hold a special press conference regarding his resignation at 11:00 am tomorrow.

Following his departure from Parliament, he stated that the use of the honorific title “Yang Berhormat” on all billboards, signboards, and office correspondence will be removed starting next month.

–NMT