Dr Mahathir makes public appearance at Pejuang assembly nearly seven weeks after wife’s death

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Dr Mahathir attended a Pejuang assembly, his first public appearance in seven weeks since his wife's death.

Dr Mahathir attended Pejuang's 2026 annual assembly.
He arrived in a wheelchair and greeted PN leaders.
The event took place at the Ideal Convention Centre.

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Dr Mahathir attends Pejuang assembly in first public appearance since wife’s death

PETALING JAYA: Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad attended a political gathering today, marking a rare public appearance nearly seven weeks after the passing of his wife, Tun Dr Hasmah Mohd Ali.

The 101-year-old arrived at Parti Pejuang Tanah Air’s (Pejuang) 2026 annual general assembly at the Ideal Convention Centre (IDCC) at 11.37am.

Arriving in a wheelchair, Dr Mahathir was seen exchanging greetings and pleasantries with Perikatan Nasional (PN) leaders and other delegates at the event.

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Published: November 15, 2026 at 1:54 PM GMT+8
By: The Sun Team
Section: Malaysia News
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