At 93, Mahathir listed as Time's 100 most influential people
- 5 years ago
Time magazine has included Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad in its list of 100 most influential people for this year.
The 93-year old leader, who led Pakatan Harapan to a historic victory in the 14th general election last year, shared the Leaders list with the likes of US President Donald Trump, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, Pope Francis and Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan.
In a profile penned by Clare Rewcastle-Brown, the founder of whistleblower site Sarawak Report, Mahathir is described as a formidable old warhorse who dazzled during a gruelling (election) campaign.
The 93-year old leader, who led Pakatan Harapan to a historic victory in the 14th general election last year, shared the Leaders list with the likes of US President Donald Trump, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, Pope Francis and Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan.
In a profile penned by Clare Rewcastle-Brown, the founder of whistleblower site Sarawak Report, Mahathir is described as a formidable old warhorse who dazzled during a gruelling (election) campaign.