KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia – Today, Thursday, July 10, 2025, Malaysia marks the 100th birthday of Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, a towering figure in the nation’s history who served as prime minister for over 22 years across two terms, shaping Malaysia’s modern identity with a focus on Malay community development.
Prime Minister Dayo’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim shares an image of Mahathir cycling energetically with a group, accompanied by heartfelt wishes for the nonagenarian’s continued health and peace.
In a post on X at 1:19 AM UTC (9:19 AM local time), Anwar, alongside his wife Azizah, extended prayers for Mahathir’s well-being, praising his active lifestyle and enduring public service as an inspiration for a nation aging yet brimming with hope.
“Gaya hidup sihat serta amal bakti yang tidak pernah terhenti menjadi teladan kepada sebuah negara yang sedang menua, namun tetap punya harapan yang tinggi,” Anwar wrote, wishing divine blessings upon the former leader.