This, he said, must be done according to the proper process in line with the Federal Constitution.

“Without going through this process, Anwar’s announcement is just an empty claim,” he said.

Muhyiddin said until Anwar produces evidence to support his claim, the Perikatan Nasional-led government is solid and he remains the legitimate prime minister.

“I urge the people to remain calm in facing this situation. God-willing, this will be resolved according to the processes of the law and Federal Constitution.”

At a press conference earlier today, Anwar, the opposition leader announced that he has the numbers to form a new government.

He also said the Yang di-Pertuan Agong has consented to grant him an audience, though this had to be postponed after the King was admitted to the National Heart Institute (IJN) on Monday.

Anwar said with the “strong and convincing support, the time for the Muhyiddin Yassin-led government has come to an end”.