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Mahathir's son ready to inherit Malaysia's political legacy

Mukhriz denies timeline for succession, notes PM needs time to repair economy

Mukhriz Mahathir, left, the son of Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, said he is willing to take on a bigger political role if asked.(Photo source by AP)
P PREM KUMAR, Nikkei staff writer | Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR -- Mukhriz Mahathir, son of the current prime minister of Malaysia, says he is prepared to follow in his father's footsteps after the world's oldest leader hands over the premiership to his longtime political foe and now ally, Anwar Ibrahim.

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