PKR president Anwar Ibrahim has refused to comment if Pakatan Harapan has the numbers to form a new government, saying only Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, who interviewed each MP, can make the announcement.

“Everyone has to respect the wisdom and decision of the king. We also have to adhere to the constitution and follow the law.

“The issue of the numbers is at the discretion of the Agong,” he said at PKR headquarters today.

Anwar said it is improper and impolite to discuss it as only the Agong is privy to it. 

On Monday, Dr Mahathir shocked the nation by tendering his resignation.

The Agong accepted his resignation but also appointed him interim prime minister until a new government is in place.

This was followed by the king interviewing all MPs individually to ascertain who they support as the next prime minister.

The king has yet to interview two more MPs. – February 26, 2020.