Klang (federal constituency)

Klang is a federal constituency in Selangor, Malaysia, that has been represented in the Dewan Rakyat (the lower house of the Malaysian Parliament) since 1955.

The constituency was created in 1955 and is defined geographically as encompassing the town of Klang and surrounding areas within the Klang District. It elects one Member of Parliament using the first-past-the-post voting system.

Historically, the constituency has been a battleground for various political parties, reflecting the diverse demographic and economic landscape of the area. It has seen representation from parties such as the Alliance Party, the Democratic Action Party (DAP), and others within the ruling coalitions or opposition blocs of the time.

The boundaries of the Klang constituency have been subject to periodic reviews and redelineation exercises conducted by the Election Commission of Malaysia. These boundary changes can impact the demographic makeup of the electorate and potentially influence election outcomes.

As a parliamentary seat, the Member of Parliament for Klang is responsible for representing the interests of the constituents in the Dewan Rakyat, participating in parliamentary debates, and scrutinizing government policies and legislation. The MP also plays a role in addressing local issues and advocating for development within the constituency.