BANGI: Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad will still play a vital role as a statesman even after a change of leadership, says PKR president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
“Even if I take over the leadership, Dr Mahathir will still play a role as a statesman who has contributed a lot to the country.
Prior to GE14, Pakatan component parties agreed that if the coalition won, Dr Mahathir would be the PM for two years before handing over the reins to Anwar. “I welcome it, and regarding the dates and others, let it be discussed between me and him in a good manner.Asked how he felt after one year of his release, Anwar, who is also Port Dickson MP said, “Oh, it has been a year! I am grateful for the release and a year has passed by.
On a separate matter, he welcomed the Prime Minister's suggestions for all federal lawmakers to declare their assets and those of their family to the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission .
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