Sirajuddin of Perlis

Yang di-Pertuan Agong of Malaysia

Sirajuddin of Perlis - Yang di-Pertuan Agong of Malaysia
Born

May 17th, 1943
81 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Malaysia

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Served as the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, the king of Malaysia, from December 2001 to December 2006. Born in Perlis, ascended the throne as the 12th king of Malaysia, a unique position rotated among the nine Malay rulers. Held various significant roles in public service, including as the Sultan of Perlis. Contributed to the welfare of the people through engagement in various charitable activities and development programs.

Served as Yang di-Pertuan Agong from 2001 to 2006

Held the title of Sultan of Perlis

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