Mahathir proposes Malaysia unity govt after resignation

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AFP Kuala Lumpur
Last Updated : Feb 26 2020 | 2:48 PM IST

Malaysia's Mahathir Mohamad on Wednesday proposed forming a unity government in his first public comments since his shock resignation as prime minister plunged the country into turmoil.

"Party politics must be put aside for now," said Mahathir, who quit Monday after a failed plot to bring down the government, in a televised address to the nation.

"If allowed, I will try to form an inclusive government, not siding with any political parties.

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First Published: Feb 26 2020 | 2:48 PM IST

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