Voting ends in Malaysian election

Polling stations closed in Malaysia on Wednesday at the end of a cliffhanger election that pitted Prime Minister Najib Razak's long-ruling coalition against a resurgent opposition led by 92-year-old former leader Mahathir Mohamad.

The ruling Barisan Nasional coalition had met a fierce challenge brought by the opposition alliance - Pakatan Harapan, or the Alliance of Hope.

The BN coalition had bet on generous handouts and the "proven track record" of the government to seek a third term, while Mahathir is calling for a change.