Ismail Nasiruddin of Terengganu
Fourth Yang di-Pertuan Agong of Malaysia
Born
Died
1979
47 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Malaysia
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Served as the fourth Yang di-Pertuan Agong from 1960 to 1965. His reign occurred during a period of significant national development and change in Malaysia. Prior to becoming Agong, held the position of Sultan of Terengganu and contributed to the administration of the state. Was involved in various ceremonial duties and took part in the country's constitutional monarchy.
Served as Yang di-Pertuan Agong from 1960 to 1965
Held the title of Sultan of Terengganu
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