March 11, 1922 to January 14, 1976
Tun Abdul Razak bin Hussein was a Malaysian lawyer and politician who served as the second prime minister of Malaysia from 1970 until his death in 1976. He also served as the first deputy prime minister of Malaysia from 1957 to 1970. He is referred to as the "Father of Development" of Malaysia.
Tun Abdul Razak bin Hussein was a Malaysian lawyer and politician who served as the second prime minister of Malaysia from 1970 until his death in 1976. He also served as the first deputy prime minister of Malaysia from 1957 to 1970. He is referred to as the "Father of Development" of Malaysia.
Tun Abdul Razak Hussein was born on 11 March 1922 in Pulau Keladi, Pekan, Pahang, the eldest son of Dato' Hussein Mohd Taib, who held the title of Orang Kaya Indera Shahbandar of Pahang and served on the State Council, and Hajah Teh Fatimah Daud.
Upon returning from his studies in the United Kingdom, Abdul Razak entered public service at a time when Malaya was undergoing profound political and social change.
Tun Abdul Razak believed that development should not remain a promise made in government offices. It had to be visible in villages, schools, roads, farms, and in the daily lives of the people.
The events of 13 May 1969 marked one of the most difficult chapters in Malaysia's history. The tragedy exposed deep social divisions and challenged the foundations of national unity,
For Tun Abdul Razak, development was not simply about economic growth. It was about creating opportunities, reducing inequalities, and ensuring that the benefits of progress reached every Malaysian.
On 16 August 1972, Malaysia and Indonesia took a historic step together with the introduction of the New Malay Language Romanised Spelling System (Sistem Ejaan Rumi Baharu). More than a spelling reform,
In May 1974, Prime Minister Tun Abdul Razak made a historic visit to the People's Republic of China, becoming the first Malaysian leader to do so.
In May 1974, Prime Minister Tun Abdul Razak made a historic visit to the People's Republic of China, becoming the first Malaysian leader to do so.
Introduced in 1971 under the leadership of Tun Abdul Razak, the New Economic Policy (NEP) was more than an economic programme. It was a national commitment to reduce poverty,
In 1971, Malaysia, under the leadership of Tun Abdul Razak, joined the five ASEAN nations in signing the Zone of Peace, Freedom and Neutrality (ZOPFAN) Declaration in Kuala Lumpur.
Indonesia–Malaysia Confrontation
Field of Dreams
Diplomatic Meeting with John F. Kennedy
Afro-Asian Rural Development
During Tun Abdul Razak's leadership, Malaysia strengthened its ties with Saudi Arabia and other Muslim nations, reflecting a broader effort to expand the country's
Pembentukan Malaysia
Until the Dawn
The Silence
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"Father of Development"
A tribute to the service and leadership of Tun Abdul Razak Hussein, whose dedication laid the foundations of Malaysia's development and whose legacy continues to inspire and be remembered by generations of Malaysians.
March 11, 1922 to January 14, 1976
