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Muhyiddin sworn in as Malaysia's new PM, but Mahathir disputes his House support

Published Sun, Mar 1, 2020 · 09:50 PM
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Kuala Lumpur

PARTI Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia (Bersatu) president Muhyiddin Yassin was sworn in as Malaysia's prime minister on Sunday, but Mahathir Mohamad-led Pakatan Harapan (PH) is refusing to give up the fight.

Leaders aligned to Mr Muhyiddin had gathered for prayers at the Kuala Lumpur mosque near the National Palace before the ceremony started.

Dr Mahathir insisted on Sunday morning that he still had the backing of the majority of members in the 222-strong Parliament.

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