KUCHING: Speculation is mounting over the possible dissolution of the Sarawak Legislative Assembly (DUN) in the near future, amid rumours that Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Abang Openg will make an announcement on Friday.

There is also speculation that the announcement could be made today, coinciding with the final day of the second meeting of the fifth session of the 19th Sarawak DUN.

However, the decision to dissolve the DUN to pave the way for the 13th Sarawak election rests with the Sarawak Premier.

Sarawak Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah previously said the election could be held in December, with Dec 12 or 19 among the dates considered suitable.