KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters): Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is expected to be discharged from hospital on Wednesday after undergoing successful elective surgery earlier this week, according to the state news agency Bernama.
Anwar, 79, has remained under medical observation since Monday, when he underwent a laparoscopic procedure to treat a para-umbilical hernia, a condition that occurs when tissue protrudes through a weakened area of the abdominal wall near the navel.
The surgery was planned in advance, and government officials had previously described the procedure as elective. His medical team kept the prime minister under observation following the operation to monitor his recovery.
What Is the Latest on His Recovery?
According to Bernama, Anwar’s wife said the prime minister is expected to be discharged on Wednesday after making satisfactory progress in his recovery.
No complications have been reported since the operation, and there has been no indication that the procedure will affect Anwar’s official duties beyond the short recovery period.
Anwar has served as Malaysia’s prime minister since November 2022 and remains a central figure in the country’s coalition government. His health is closely monitored due to his age and his prominent role in leading Southeast Asia’s third-largest economy.
The Prime Minister’s Office has not announced any significant changes to the government’s schedule, and Anwar is expected to resume official responsibilities following his discharge and recovery.