KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Malaysia’s royal families will meet on Jan. 24 to pick a new king after Sultan Muhammad V abdicated unexpectedly after just two years on the throne, an official said Monday. Keeper of the Ruler’s Seal, Syed Danial Syed Ahmad, said the Council of Rulers held a meeting Monday and set Jan. 24 to elect a new king. The council comprises nine hereditary state rulers who take turns as Malaysia’s king for five-year terms. Sultan Muhammad V was installed as king in December 2016. National police chief Mohamad Fuzi Harun warned the public Monday not to speculate on Sultan Muhammad V’s abdication.

Source: National Post January 07, 2019 10:26 UTC