Prime Minister Mahathir Takes the Helm and Says “We’ll Pay the Price”
In a candid press briefing on May 16th, former Malaysian head of state turned 92‑year‑old Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad made it crystal clear: if the government’s name is tied to any 1MDB debt, it is on the hook.
Key Points From the Talk
- “If it implicates the government, we have to pay.” Mahathir hammered the statement, playing the role of a self‑imposed debt‑collector.
- He promised a diplomatic hunt for the missing funds, targeting Switzerland, the US, Singapore and Luxembourg. “We’ll get the money back from wherever it’s hiding,” he said.
- Motivation is clear: “The focus on corruption is key because we need to retrieve the cash that’s still in those countries.”
- Mahathir also called for official contact with the governments of each country to force the return of the funds.
Why It Matters
The 1MDB scandal has plagued Malaysia for years, and this step signals that the new administration will hold the government accountable—no more “we’ll sort this out later” excuses.
Feel the Pressure?
With a 92‑year‑old dealing a corporate scandal, the picture changes. Imagine a veteran boxing champion stepping into a ring to fight a global financial dragon—no exaggeration.
What’s Next?
As the Prime Minister calls on foreign governments, all eyes will be on whether MW and international bodies act swiftly or let the saga fizzle out further.
