Kuala Lampur, Aug. 28 -- The recent incident in the Dewan Rakyat involving Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said has once again raised questions about the quality of parliamentary debate. Instead of engaging with the substance of her presentation on the Legal Aid and Public Defence Bill 2025, the focus briefly shifted to her blouse.

Perikatan Nasional's Hulu Terengganu MP, Datuk Rosol Wahid, interjected to question whether Azalina's round-neck blouse was in line with parliamentary dress code. The rules are clear about a blouse being an adequate attire. Azalina herself clarified the matter with composure, and Deputy Speaker Alice Lau ruled that her clothing was well within the boundaries of the Standing Orders.

At one level, the exchange drew l...