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Mahathir Mohamad, former Malaysian leader

Mahathir Mohamad, former Malaysian leader Source: SBS

Malaysia's former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad has accused Australia of ignoring the corruption in his country. Dr Mahathir ruled Malaysia with an iron grip for 22 years before stepping down in 2003. In an exclusive interview with SBS World News, he has attacked his hand-picked successor, embroiled in a major corruption scandal.

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Malaysia's former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad has accused Australia of ignoring the corruption in his country. Dr Mahathir ruled Malaysia with an iron grip for 22 years before stepping down in 2003. In an exclusive interview with SBS World News, he has attacked his hand-picked successor, embroiled in a major corruption scandal.

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