Malaysia’s Mahathir Mohamad wants a unity government
The former prime minister wants non-partisan leadership — but four other parties want a new election instead
26 February 2020 - 12:25
Kuala Lumpur — On Wednesday, Malaysia’s Mahathir Mohamad called for a unity government without political parties after his shock resignation as prime minister sparked turmoil. But old rival Anwar Ibrahim’s supporters said he has also been put forward as premier.
The struggle between Mahathir and Anwar, who formed a surprise pact to win a 2018 election, has shaped politics in the Southeast Asian country for more than two decades and is at the root of the latest crisis...
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