Why is Anwar Ibrahim unable to be PM choice?

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Anwar Ibrahim's Ineligibility for Prime Minister Due to Incarceration

Anwar Ibrahim is currently unable to be the choice for Prime Minister because he is in jail. This situation necessitates that Pakatan Harapan select an alternative candidate to lead the coalition.
Alternative Candidate to Be Announced Next Month

Pakatan Harapan intends to reveal its Prime Minister candidate in the upcoming month. This announcement is contingent on Anwar Ibrahim's current incarceration, as DAP secretary-general Lim Guan Eng stated that while Anwar is their preferred choice, an alternative must be identified. Lim Guan Eng expressed this hope at a press conference held in Komtar on Monday, December 18.
Previous Proposal for Mahathir and Wan Azizah

At a prior Pakatan retreat, the opposition coalition had put forth a proposal for Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad to serve as Prime Minister, with Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail as his deputy, should they win the next general election. This arrangement was reportedly agreed upon by the coalition's "G5" members.
DAP's Stance on Contesting the Post

Lim Guan Eng also addressed reports suggesting his father, DAP adviser Lim Kit Siang, was seeking the Prime Minister post. He reportedly clarified that DAP has never actively sought this position.

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