ALOR SETAR, July 18 -- Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad has reportedly said he has no intention of returning as prime minister for a third time should Perikatan Nasional (PN) assume federal power.

The former prime minister, who just turned 100, said he is no longer suited to lead but would continue to offer his advice based on his decades of political experience.

"I'm old now, 100 years old. I can't deliver fiery speeches like I used to. I'm not trying to take the place of the younger generation.

"We welcome young people. I'm not looking to be prime minister again - twice was enough," he was quoted saying by Sinar Harian at the Himpunan Mandat Negarawan rally here yesterday.

"But I do want to offer some advice because I've been prime minister ...