Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Ready for Homecoming
After a whirlwind of medical tests, the 96‑year‑old former PM Mahathir Mohamad is slated to fall off the hospital bed in the coming days, according to the National Heart Institute.
What’s the Story?
- Mahathir, who’s no stranger to heart issues, was admitted last Thursday for a comprehensive check‑up.
- Doctors say the results from the past few days have cleared him for discharge.
- Though the exact reason for his admission remains hush‑hush, the heavy emphasis was on monitoring his cardiovascular health.
A Brief Time‑Line of His Political Journey
- He was the longest‑serving prime minister of the region, controlling the reins from 1981‑2003.
- When the opposition rope pulled him back into power in 2018, Mahathir became the world’s oldest governing head.
- Unfortunately, the second term unraveled after internal squabbles, ending his reign in less than two years.
As he gears up to step out of the hospital, the nation watches with a mix of respect and a touch of relief—after all, a legendary leader’s health is always front of mind. The National Heart Institute’s statement reads with a reassuring tone, hinting that the ageing statesman is on track to return to the publicway sooner rather than later.
