Daim Zainuddin

Malaysian politician and finance minister

Daim Zainuddin - Malaysian politician and finance minister
Born

1938
87 years ago

Died

November 13th, 2024
0 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Malaysia

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Served as Malaysia's Minister of Finance from 1984 to 1991 and again from 1999 to 2001. Played a significant role in shaping the country's economic policies during a time of rapid development. Instrumental in implementing the national car project which led to the establishment of Proton. Held various positions within the Malaysian government and was pivotal in managing the country's financial crisis in the late 1990s.

Served two terms as Minister of Finance

Led the establishment of Proton, Malaysia's national car

Managed Malaysia's economic policies during financial crisis

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