Arrangements are being made to hold a debate between Dr Mahathir Mohamad and Umno minister Nazri Abdul Aziz in Padang Rengas, Perak, said an aide to the former premier.

Padang Rengas is the parliamentary constituency of Nazri, who is also the tourism and culture minister.

“Dr Mahathir welcomes the preparedness of Nazri to have a debate with him on issues concerning the nation.

“Arrangements are being made for the debate to be held in Padang Rengas where Dr Mahathir has been scheduled to visit.

“Details of these arrangements would be submitted to Nazri’s office soon for confirmation. Dr Mahathir is looking forward to the debate,” the aide told Malaysiakini.