It’s been a busy day for newly minted Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who is believed to be spending his first few days in office strengthening his political ties.

Following a special meeting earlier this morning on the cost of living, Anwar was granted an audience with Johor ruler Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar (above) in Kuala Lumpur to discuss the matter further.

Anwar said he had explained the issue of the cost of living to the...