Tunku Ismail Idris

Crown Prince of Johor, Malaysia

Tunku Ismail Idris - Crown Prince of Johor, Malaysia
Born

June 30th, 1984
41 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Malaysia

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Born in 1984, the Crown Prince of Johor served as the president of the Johor FA and was active in Malaysian football. The prince also held various royal responsibilities, including charitable engagements and heritage preservation. He established initiatives to promote sports and youth development in Johor, advocating for the welfare of the state's citizens. Known for his public engagement on social media, he became a prominent figure among Malaysian youth.

Served as president of the Johor Football Association

Promoted youth development through sports initiatives

Engaged in charitable activities in Johor

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