But does the second coming of Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad represent the start of a new era? A Singapore TV station had reported that Dr Mahathir was barred from entering the palace earlier in the day, but it turned out to be untrue. The respective party chiefs were there to present letters endorsing Dr Mahathir for the top job and the Warisan letter supporting Dr Mahathir arrived only early this morning. Dr Mahathir will have his hands full as his coalition strives to fulfil its first 100-day election promises and seek a royal pardon for Anwar Ibrahim. A big mandate comes with big expectations but fortunately, the world’s oldest Prime Minister comes with a world of experience.

Source: The Nation Bangkok May 10, 2018 23:15 UTC