Malaysia lags Indonesia due to political instability: Mahathir

Jokowi's efficient government has attracted investors, says ex-prime minister

20221212 Mahathir interview taken by Hakim

Mahathir Mohamad, Malaysia's longest-serving former prime minister, says Indonesian President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo "is much stronger" than other recent leaders. (Photo by Hakimie Amrie)

AMY CHEW, Contributing writer

KUALA LUMPUR -- Mahathir Mohamad, Malaysia's longest-serving former prime minister, is now lauding Indonesia for its political stability, which he says is helping the neighboring country out-draw Malaysia for foreign investment.

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