Malaysian Prime Minister resigns from his duties, submits resignation to king.

Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has announced his resignation, making the way for a possible formation of a new government. Mahathir said in a two line statement that he had informed the king of his possible resignation this monday. Mahathir’s party, Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia, has also quit the ruling government coalition, Pakatan Harapan (Alliance of Hope), according to the party president, Muhyiddin Yassin, casting doubt on the future of the partnership. It was reported on Sunday night that his party was planning to form a new government that would exclude his anointed successor, Anwar Ibrahim. The tussle between old rivals Mahathir, 94, and Anwar, 72, is the latest chapter in a long-running political saga between two of the country’s most prominent political figures. As of now the report is out and the prime minister has resigned from his duties. To read more from ProperGaanda: 14 year old rape victim and newborn shifted to child protection