Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad waves at the end of a press conference in Kuala Lumpur. Photo: EPA
Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad waves at the end of a press conference in Kuala Lumpur. Photo: EPA

After Anwar’s pardon, when will Mahathir let him take power in Malaysia?

Despite rumours the jailed former leader wants to return to power almost immediately upon his release, the current 92-year-old prime minister says he expects to hold the post for a year or two

Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad waves at the end of a press conference in Kuala Lumpur. Photo: EPA
Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad waves at the end of a press conference in Kuala Lumpur. Photo: EPA
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