Malaysian King Sultan Muhammad V. File photo: APKuala Lumpur: Malaysia’s King Muhammad V resigned on Sunday, the first time a monarch has stepped down from the throne before completing their five-year tenure. The selection of the next king can be decided by a vote in the Council of Rulers, made up of all nine royal households. The palace statement said the king was grateful for the opportunity given to him by the Council of Rulers and thanked the prime minister and government. The resignation comes barely a week after the king resumed his duties after spending two months away on medical leave. The palace did not respond to requests for comment on the photos or reports of a marriage.

Source: Mint January 06, 2019 13:18 UTC