in unexpected movement; Former Malaysian Prime Minister introduced; Mahathir Muhammad today, Saturday, filed papers for his candidacy in the general elections for the local government in the city of Kuah, which may pave the way for him to return to the political arena, despite reaching the age of 97, which means that he has will have the opportunity to participate in the last race for the prime minister’s seat, in the elections on November 19, to defend his seat in parliament on the island of Langkawi.
Despite Mahathir’s absence from the scene and his demise for quite some time, he still enjoys public support as he was received by dozens of fans today with a back that seemed to be in good health despite his advanced age, and he also showed his optimism about winning. in what he told reporters after submitting his candidacy, stressing that he had “good chances”, then mocking the voices calling for his resignation, saying “I’m still up and talking to you and I think that I give reasonable answers.”
The indication that his party will not ally with parties led by “rogues or prison graduates” is a clear reference to the United Malayan National Organization, known by its acronym “AMNO”.