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Security bill granting Najib sweeping powers passed

Parliament has passed the National Security Council bill with a majority voice vote, without amendments.

The government bulldozed the bill through the policy, committee and third readings over the course of six hours on the last day of Parliament.

The opposition had only pushed for a bloc vote during the policy stage, and were defeated by 107 votes in favour compared to 77 votes against.

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