Minister cites Dr M as example of good elderly driver

Yasmin RamlanPublished: Sep 28, 2021 2:47 PM | Updated: Sep 28, 2021 3:20 PM

PARLIAMENT | Transport Minister Wee Ka Siong has cited former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad, 95, as an example of an elderly motorist who is safe on the road.

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