(1) Subject to the provisions of this Constitution and any

176. (1) Subject to the provisions of this Constitution and any existing law, all persons serving in connection with the affairs of the Federation immediately before Merdeka Day shall continue to have the same powers and to exercise the same functions on Merdeka Day on the same terms and conditions as were applicable to them immediately before that day. [Article 176] Federal Constitution 165 (2) This Article does not apply to the High Commissioner or the Chief Secretary. Waiver or postponement of oath of office where appointment continues under this Part