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Nikkei Asia
2 days ago
- Politics
- Nikkei Asia
Through the Lens: Malaysia's Mahathir turns 100 and Japan's emperor visits Mongolia
Mahathir Mohamad, one of the world's oldest living former heads of government, celebrates his 100th birthday. Born in 1925, he entered politics in the 1940s and twice served as Malaysia's prime minister, first for a 22-year term from 1981 and then for about two years from 2018. Mahathir Mohamad, pictured here at his office in Putrajaya on July 9, turned 100 years old on July 10. The former Malaysian prime minister still maintains a disciplined daily routine, which includes staying engaged in national discourse, meeting with visitors, writing and offering counsel on political affairs. (Photo by) Mahathir holds a watch at his office on July 9. As the country's fourth and seventh prime minister, he served a total of 24 years in office from 1981 to 2003, and again from 2018 to 2020. (Photo by) A collection Mahathir's family photos is seen at his private residence in Seri Kembangan, Selangor, Malaysia, on July 8. (Photo by) Mahathir works at his private office in Putrajaya, on July 9. (Photo by) Mahathir eats breakfast at his private residence in Seri Kembangan on July 8. (Photo by) Fondant figurines of Mahathir and his wife Siti Hasmah sit on top of a cake at a birthday meet-and-greet in Putrajaya on July 10. (Photo by) Mahathir receives gifts from supporters during his birthday meet-and-greet in Putrajaya on July 10. (Photo by) Supporters take photos with Mahathir and his wife Siti Hasmah during Mahathir's birthday meet-and-greet in Putrajaya on July 10. Siti Hasmah's 99th birthday was two days later on July 12. (Photo by) Mahathir rides on a tandem bicycle, accompanied by his personal security detail, during a birthday picnic event at Putrajaya Lake on July 13. The event was organized in celebration of Mahathir's 100th birthday and Siti Hasmah's 99th birthday. During the event, Mahathir rode around the lake before leaving earlier than expected after reportedly feeling slightly fatigued. (Photo by) A supporter holds up Mahathir's memoir during a birthday picnic for the former prime minister at Putrajaya Lake on July 13. (Photo by) Mahathir supporters gather at his birthday picnic at Putrajaya Lake on July 13. (Photo by) Hundreds of people perform Maghrib prayers at the Masjid Saidina Umar Al-Khattab mosque in Kuala Lumpur during a special prayer event held in conjunction with Mahathir's 100th birthday. (Photo by Faris Hadziq/AP) The special prayer event at the Masjid Saidina Umar Al-Khattab mosque in Kuala Lumpur served as a moment of reflection and tribute to Malaysia's longest serving prime minister. (Photo by Faris Hadziq/AP) Mahathir performs the Maghrib prayer at the Masjid Saidina Umar Al-Khattab mosque in Kuala Lumpur on July 10. (Photo by Faris Hadziq/AP) Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako visited Mongolia from July 6 to July 13. The state visit cast a spotlight on the widely forgotten detention of thousands of Japanese soldiers and civilians in the last days of World War II. The emperor said he wished "to pay tribute to and ponder over the hardship of those who unwillingly lost their lives far away from their homeland." A motorcade for Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako heads to a hotel in Ulaanbaatar on July 6, kicking off an eight-day state visit to Mongolia, the first by a Japanese emperor. (Pool photo) Emperor Naruhito plays a viola during a state banquet in Ulaanbaatar on July 8. (Pool photo) Emperor Naruhito talks with Mongolian President Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh in a ger, a traditional Mongolian tent, at the government office in Ulaanbaatar on July 8. (Pool photo) Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako talk with bereaved family members at the Dambadarjaa cemetery for deceased Japanese prisoners of war in Ulaanbaatar on July 8. (Pool photo) People wait in front of an image of Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako ahead of a welcoming ceremony at Sukhbaatar Square in Ulaanbaatar on July 8. (Photo by B. Rentsendorj/Reuters) A crowd waits to see Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako at Sukhbaatar Square in Ulaanbaatar on July 8. (Photo by B. Rentsendorj/Reuters) Emperor Naruhito and Mongolian President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh review an honour guard during a welcoming ceremony at Sukhbaatar Square in Ulaanbaatar on July 8. (Photo by B. Rentsendorj/Reuters) Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako watch Mongolian President Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh shoot an arrow during a traditional archery competition at the Naadam Festival held at National Central Stadium in Ulaanbaatar on July 11. (Pool photo) A mounted honour guard takes part in the opening ceremony for the Naadam Festival in Ulaanbaatar on July 11. (Photo by B. Rentsendorj/Reuters) Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako watch an equestrian competition as part of the Naadam Festival in Ulaanbaatar on July 12. (Pool photo) Riders participate in a horse race on a field in Ulaanbaatar on July 12. (Pool photo) Emperor Naruhito speaks with the press after a visit to Hustai National Park, about 100 kilometers west of Ulaanbaatar, on July 12. (Pool photo) Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako wave as they wrap up their visit to Mongolia, at Chinggis Khaan International Airport on July 13. (Pool photo)
Malay Mail
6 days ago
- Health
- Malay Mail
Dr Mahathir says fully recovered after IJN visit for fatigue
KUALA LUMPUR, July 14 — Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad said today that he is in good health and able to resume his usual activities, after a brief stay at the National Heart Institute (IJN) for observation due to fatigue. In a short video posted on his social media accounts, the 100-year-old politician apologised for his early departure from a birthday celebration yesterday. 'I was feeling extremely tired and needed to rest, and on the advice of my doctor, I went to the hospital, but it was only a short visit,' he said. 'I have since recovered after receiving treatment from the doctors and am now able to resume my usual routine, including work.' Dr Mahathir was admitted to IJN around 10am yesterday after experiencing fatigue during a 'picnic and potluck' event in Putrajaya held to celebrate his 100th birthday (July 10) and his wife Tun Dr Siti Hasmah's 99th birthday (July 12). Prior to feeling fatigued, he had reportedly cycled for eight to nine kilometres and joined others for breakfast before leaving the event early. He was discharged and allowed to return home at approximately 4.45pm the same day. 'I hope you will forgive me for not being able to be there with you at the picnic yesterday,' Dr Mahathir reiterated in the video.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Century-old Dr Mahathir cycles, celebrates… then checks into IJN; son Mokhzani says just tired (VIDEO)
KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 — Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has been admitted to the National Heart Institute (IJN) for observation due to fatigue, his office said today. His aide, Sufi Yusoff, said the 100-year-old politician is expected to return home later this evening. 'Quick update: Dr M is currently under observation at IJN for fatigue-related issues. He is resting, but we expect him to be back home by this evening,' Sufi said in a brief press statement. Dr Mahathir was in Putrajaya this morning for a 'picnic and potluck' commemorating his 100th birthday on July 10 as well as that of his wife Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali who turned 99 on July 12. SEMENTARA itu sekitar pemandangan sebelum kejadian ini, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad bersama Malik Mydin, mengayuh basikal di Tasik Putrajaya — Legendkiddo (@mohd_escobar) July 13, 2025 He participated in a cycling event for some eight to nine kilometres and then sat down with others in his group for breakfast. He left the party about 10am, before it ended, after experiencing mild fatigue, The New Straits Times reported. His son, Tan Sri Mokhzani Mahathir, said there were no serious health concerns, adding that his father was simply tired from a function the night before and had not slept well. Born on July 10, 1925, Dr Mahathir served as Malaysia's fourth and seventh prime minister, holding office from 1981 to 2003, and again from 2018 to 2020.
Malay Mail
7 days ago
- Health
- Malay Mail
Century-old Dr Mahathir cycles, celebrates… then checks into IJN; son Mokhzani says just tired (VIDEO)
KUALA LUMPUR, July 13 — Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has been admitted to the National Heart Institute (IJN) for observation due to fatigue, his office said today. His aide, Sufi Yusoff, said the 100-year-old politician is expected to return home later this evening. 'Quick update: Dr M is currently under observation at IJN for fatigue-related issues. He is resting, but we expect him to be back home by this evening,' Sufi said in a brief press statement. Dr Mahathir was in Putrajaya this morning for a 'picnic and potluck' commemorating his 100th birthday on July 10 as well as that of his wife Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali who turned 99 on July 12. SEMENTARA itu sekitar pemandangan sebelum kejadian ini, Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad bersama Malik Mydin, mengayuh basikal di Tasik Putrajaya — Legendkiddo (@mohd_escobar) July 13, 2025 He participated in a cycling event for some eight to nine kilometres and then sat down with others in his group for breakfast. He left the party about 10am, before it ended, after experiencing mild fatigue, The New Straits Times reported. His son, Tan Sri Mokhzani Mahathir, said there were no serious health concerns, adding that his father was simply tired from a function the night before and had not slept well. Born on July 10, 1925, Dr Mahathir served as Malaysia's fourth and seventh prime minister, holding office from 1981 to 2003, and again from 2018 to 2020.
