FOM Students Witness Historic Moments at Parliament and Palace of Justice

 In gaining the view of Malaysia’s legal and political system, students from the Faculty of Management (FOM) had the opportunity to visit the Parliament of Malaysia and the Palace of Justice, recently. The visit to Parliament began with a briefing by Parliament officers, who explained the history, traditions, and role of the legislative body. Students were later ushered into both the Dewan Rakyat (Lower House) and Dewan Negara (Upper House), where they observed live debates.

The session proved historic as students witnessed the passing of two significant pieces of legislation. The Government Procurement Bill 2025, aimed at strengthening transparency in public procurement, was approved through a bloc vote. Even more notably, the Gig Workers Bill 2025 was passed in the Dewan Rakyat, marking a landmark moment in providing legal protection and fair terms for gig economy workers. For many, seeing such debates unfold in real time gave new meaning to what they had previously studied in the classroom.

The learning journey continued with a visit to the Palace of Justice in Putrajaya, home to Malaysia’s judiciary on 11 September 2025. Welcomed by an Assistant Registrar from the Chief Registrar’s Office, students were introduced to the structure of the courts, their jurisdiction, and the challenges of managing cases involving both civil and Shariah law. Students observed proceedings at the Court of Appeal, gaining first-hand insight into how cases are argued before judges. They also explored the Court Library and museum, which offered a glimpse into the evolution of Malaysia’s legal system through statutes and case law.

Through these visits, students were able to connect legal theory with practice from witnessing parliamentary debates that shape national policy to observing courtroom proceedings where laws are applied. Both experiences gave them a deeper appreciation of Malaysia’s dual legal system and underscored the relevance of legal knowledge in business and society.