Who has the upper hand in Mahathir v Muhyiddin showdown?
The May 18 parliamentary sitting will be a test of strength not only between the PN government and its predecessor but also between the two veteran politicians

Malaysia's Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has often been likened to a "smiling tiger", a man whose charm and laid-back demeanour belie the instincts of a ruthless political animal.
In the lead-up to the next sitting of Parliament next Monday, he has clearly marked his prey - Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin. Should he succeed, Tan Sri Muhyiddin will be the third prime minister to be brought down by 94-year-old Dr Mahathir.
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