The conclusion to the apparent impasse over the appointment of the new attorney-general has helped reaffirm the authority of the constitutional monarchy to uphold the aspirations and hope of the public, said the Muslim Youth Movement (Abim).

In a statement today, Abim secretary-general Muhammad Faisal Abdul Aziz, in welcoming the Yang di-Pertuan Agong's decision, said the consultative approach adopted by the monarch had avoided a possible constitutional crisis.

"Abim hopes that following this polemic, this will be a lesson for us to face the wave of change in a proper manner," he said.

He said Abim, a 47-year-old Islamic movement, was of the opinion that the episode saw a high level of public concern and participation.

Furthermore, the appointment of a new attorney-general bodes well for institutional reforms, especially in terms of the legal institution.

"Abim stresses that reforms in the legal institution are very important because it is the symbol of the supremacy of the constitution and the rule of law.

"Among other (reforms necessary) was to ensure that the attorney-general had the same standing as a cabinet minister who will be held accountable by Parliament," said Muhammad Faisal.

Pakatan Harapan had pledged during the election campaign to appoint an attorney-general from among the MPs and for the AG to be considered a member of the cabinet.

However, legal experts have opined that this would require amendments to the constitution, opening the possibility of bipartisan deals in the future.