You must understand that changes have to happen, but not with our uncompromising attitude. It can happen only when we are being wise, being intellige… - Anwar Ibrahim

What I have done is that many of my duties as prime minister have been delegated to my deputies (Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Fadillah Yusof).

We are going to tighten (COVID-19) screening (for foreign nationals entering Malaysia), but we won't discriminate against any country. Cabinet has unequivocally decided that health is the main priority, and that questions surrounding tourism and the economy cannot override these interests.

I also urge all civil servants to embrace the principles of democratic accountability for the sake of the people. As makers and movers of policies, we should not be complacent and must do all we can to effect change.