Party loyalty is strictly enforced by the Barisan Nasional coalition government, which has controlled Parliament since independence.

A British form of government, not so much a democracy as an elected dictatorship run by the party controlling Parliament, would suit you well.

But it was still too early to say which party would control Parliament.

The President now controls Parliament by a coalition that could break apart if Mr. Roh, a former general, is imprisoned.

A first round of elections had left the Islamic Salvation Front so far in front it was certain to control Parliament.

He promised during the campaign that once he controlled Parliament, he would urge it to reform the legal system and even to set prosecutors' agendas.

By 1624, James was growing ill, and as a result was finding it extremely difficult to control Parliament.

For the Whigs, who controlled Parliament, these immigrants provided an opportunity to increase Britain's workforce.

While the Conservative government does not control Parliament, the plan announced on Wednesday will not require legislative approval.

A showdown over who controls Parliament is expected when the body reconvenes in two weeks.