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Malaysian Prime Minister Undergoes Medical Procedure

Limited official detail raises questions about how quickly he will return to full duties.

Overview

  • The prime minister’s office said he is undergoing medical examinations and a procedure on the advice of specialist doctors.
  • Officials said he is expected to be kept under observation for two days after the procedure.
  • The government declined to disclose what the procedure involved and gave no immediate explanation linking it to past health issues.
  • Doctors cleared him as fit for office after a routine check earlier this year and he previously had spinal surgery following a 2018 hospitalization.
  • Anwar has led the government since November 2022 and the main things to watch are official health bulletins and a clear timeline for his return to public duties.