1945 - 1949
The British government sent Harold
MacMichael with the Malayan Union plan and managed to coerce Malay
Rulers into signing agreements. Edward Gent arrived as the first
Governor but was met with bitter opposition by Malay nationalists, that
led Onn Jaafar to organize the Malays into a political movement and
formed United Malays National Organisation(UMNO). At the same time, the
Malays radical groups under Ahmand Boestamam and Ishak Hj Muhammad
established the youth movement Angkatan Permuda Insaf(API), UNMO’s
singular oppositions finally led to the replacement of Malayan Union by
the Federation of Malaya. The communist launched an insurgency against
the government in 1948, which brought the ‘declaration of emergency’. In
the face of communist’s threat, Tan Cheng Lock formed the Malayan
Chinese Association(MCA) to look after the welfare of the Chinese
Community. The British administration proposed jus soli – citizenship by
birth – as the basis for independence but was rejected by the Malay
Nationalists, including Aminuddin Baki, Mahathir Mohammad, Abdullah Ayub
and Siti Hasmah. To appease Malay opposition to jus soli and improve
their conditions RIDA – Rural Industrial Development Authority – was
established. Onn Jaafar assumed the first chairmanship but Malay
opposition to jus soli continued. Due to various reasons, Onn left UMNO
and Tunku Abdul Rahman was elected Head after defeating Ahmad Fuad who
in turn left UMNO form the Pan – Malayan Islamic Party (now PAS).
British High Commissioner Henry Gurney was kill in the communist’s ambush at Fraser’s Hill. The Bukit Kepong police station was also attacked and most of the policeman died defending it. With Gerald Templer appointed to replace Gurney, new strategies were put in place to defeat the communist. Strategic new villages were built in remote areas to deny communists food and medical supplies. ‘Home Guards’ were formed to secure the new villages. Women and old men were recruited and taught the use of firearms. Commonwealth forces were brought in to help fight the terrorists. Templers’s strategies of winning the ‘heart and mind’ eventually brought victory and many communist infested districts were declared ‘white areas’. In the meanwhile UMNO and MCA formed the Alliance Party and won the contest in the first Municipal election in Kuala Lumpur and formed the Kuala Lumpur Municipal Council. The cry for independence gathered momentum with certain persons mocking the term ‘merdeka’ (independence) as ‘mentega’ (butter). A small section of nationalists wanted to fight for independence and they formed the ‘Barisan 33’ (Front 33), The victory of UMNO and MCA in the Kuala Lumpur Municapal election attracted the Malayan Indian Congress(MIC) under V.T. Sambanthan to join the Alliance in late 1954.
1955 - 1959
The first federal election saw the
Alliance party symbolized the ‘sailing ship’, overwhelmingly winning 51
of 52 seats. Tunku Abdul Rahman became the first Chief Minister of
Malaya. Together with the Chief Minister of Singapore David Marshall and
Tan Cheng Lock. Tunku met Chin Peng, the Malayan Communist Party
Secretary-General in Baling to negotiate for their unconditional
surrender and return to society. Chin Peng countered with a number of
impossible demands, which brought the negotiation to a halt. Later,
Tunku headed a Malayan delegation to London to discuss independence. The
mission finally returned with success and to a tumultuous reception at
the Bandar Hilir square, in Melaka. It was the headline for all
newspapers. The Merdeka Stadium was built as a historic site for the
Proclamation of Independence. The Tunku became the first Prime Minister
with Abdul Razak Hussein as his deputy. The Yamtuan Besar of Negeri
Sembilan was proclaimed as the first Yang Di Pertuan Agung (the King) of
the Federation. As a strategy for national development, Federal Land
Development Authority (Felda), Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka and Bank Negara
(Central Bank) were established. A new national school system and adult
education were introduced. The first post-independent election saw the
Alliance winning a landslide victory against the PMIP, Parti Negara,
Labour Party and the People’s Progressive Party.
1960 - 1964
The first Yang Di Pertuan Agong passed
away and the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Hishamudin Alam Shah, was
installed as the second Ruler. Shortly, His Majesty passed away and Raja
of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Putra, was installed as the third Ruler. Several
major projects such as the Dewan Bahasa Pustaka (DBP). Maternity
Hospital, Merdeka Stadium, Parliamen Building and the National Museum
were initiated. Syed Nasir Ismail, the new Director of DBP, launched the
‘Use the National Language’ campaigns. The University of Malaya in
Kuala Lumpur was established as a division of University Malaya
Singapore and eventually moved to Kuala Lumpur. A contingent of the
Malayan armed forces joined the UN Command for peacekeeping duties in
the Congo. Rubber and tin remained the major sources of national income.
Television in black and white made its debut. Due to several
oppositions, the Federation of Malaysia as proposed by the Tunku was
vindicated by the Report of Lord Cobbold, who ascertained the wished of
the people of North Borneo, Sarawak, Brunei and Singapore to join Malaya
in the Federation. Brunei pulled out at the last moment but Singapore
remained. Indonesia’s strong opposition lead President Soekarno to
declare a policy of military ‘confrontation’ but was soon defeated.
President Macapagal of the Philippines mildly opposed Malaysia and
proposed the formation of the greater ‘Malay’ confederation –
Maphilindo. The Alliance Party easily won the first Malaysian general
election in 1964 and the People’s Action Party under Lee Kuan Yew
retained control of Singapore.
1965 - 1969
Sultan Ismail Nasiruddin Shah of
Terengganu was installed as the fourth Ruler. The PAP-initiated slogan
‘Malaysian Malaysia’ aroused a deep resentment among the Malays and the
Tunku had no choice but to declare Singapore separated. PAP was
de-registered but re-emerged as the DAP (Democratic Action Party).
Several major institutions were established including the National
Mosque, Bank Bumiputera, Federal Marketing Authority (FAMA), MARA (the
Indigenous People’s Trust Council), Angkasapuri (radio-television
Malaysia building), Pernas (National Corporation), Bank Pertanian,
Universiti Sains Malaysia and Malaysia International Shipping
Corporation (MISC). General Socharto the new elected President of
Indonesia adopted a policy of peaceful co-operation with Malaysia. ASEA
(now ASEAN) as proposed by Tunku was formed to include the Philippines,
Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and Singapore. Activists of the national
language lobbied strongly for the passage of the National Language Act
in Parliament. The ‘Salleh system’ was introduced whereby police beats
were established within housing and commercial areas. Residential
secondary schools introduced in rural districts. The DAP resurrected the
idea of ‘Malaysian Malaysia’, fostering the anti-Malay and anti-Rulers
sentiments. As a result, the Alliance Party was returned with a narrow
victory in the 1969 general election. Chinese radicals celebrated the
occasion throughout Kuala Lumpur. The Malays countered with a larger
procession that finally exploded into the May 13 riots. With the
declarations of emergency, Parliament was suspended and replaced by a
National Operation Council (NOC) with Abdul Razak Hussein as the
Director.
1970 - 1974
Sultan Abdul Halim Mua’dzam Shah of
Kedah was elected the fifth Ruler. Abdul Razak Hussein became Prime
Minister with Dr. Ismail Abdul Rahman as his deputy. The interim
government introduced the New Economic Policy (NEP) to restructure
society and eradicate poverty, the Rukunegara and National Culture
Policy as the bases for national unity. Several new projects were
completed including Central Bank building, Universiti Kebangsaan
Malaysia, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia and a National Confederation
Writers Associations (GAPENA) was instituted. ‘Bunga Raya’, the first
Malaysian commercial ship was launched. Other establishments included
the Urban Development Authority (UDA), National Fisheries Development
Board (LKIM) and the Centre for Youth Development to train Malay youth
in technical competencies. Abdul Razak was the first Malaysian Premier
to visit the Communist Block – Russian and China – and met Mao Tze Tung
to discuss common bilateral issues. The MSA (Malaysia-Singapore Airline)
was seprated into Malaysia Airlines System (MAS) and Singapore
International Airlines(SIA). Kuala Lumpur was declared a city and the
Tourism Development Corporation (TDC) were incorporated. In order to
focus on development and reduce inter-party bickering Abdul Razak formed
the ‘Barisan Nasional’ (Nasionla Front) through a coalition with
several opposition parties. Economics slow-down forced agriculture to be
re-emphasissed among the population. A new general election in 1974
brought victory for the BN with DAP and PRM losing heavily and Kuala
Lumpur was declared the new Federal Territory.
1975 - 1979
Sultan Yahya Petra of Kelantan became the sixth Ruler. ‘Green Book’ scheme encouraged agriculture among smallholders and agricultural products began to be exported. Oil palm emerged as a major source of national income especially with further development of land settlement schemes and oil palm factories in the interior. Following the decease of Abdul Razak, Hussein Onn became the third Prime Minister and Dr. Mahathir Mohamad appointed as deputy. The Third Malaysia Plan was launched with the NEP as the thrust. As a result of a power struggle between the President, Asri Muda and the Chief Minister of Kelantan, Mohd, Nasir, PAS fractured into factions. Supporters of the factions rioted, resulting in the declaration of emergency in Kelantan. MAS workers went on strike to demand better pay. Political consideration brought the Labour Party to be declared illegal and all forms of political gatherings were made unlawful including the association of local labour groups with international bodies and the use of the ‘moon and stars’ as a symbol for political parties. PAS broke away from the National Front and changed its symbol to the ‘full moon’. BN gained victorious in the 1978 general election in all status including Kelantan. In education, the national education policy expanded to include co-curricular activities and in fisheries, the fresh water culture was propagated. With the passing of Sultan Yahya Petra, Sultan Ahmad Shah of Pahang was enthroned as the seventh Ruler. To improve the quality of life, the suburban housing scheme was rapidly implemented.
Sultan Yahya Petra of Kelantan became the sixth Ruler. ‘Green Book’ scheme encouraged agriculture among smallholders and agricultural products began to be exported. Oil palm emerged as a major source of national income especially with further development of land settlement schemes and oil palm factories in the interior. Following the decease of Abdul Razak, Hussein Onn became the third Prime Minister and Dr. Mahathir Mohamad appointed as deputy. The Third Malaysia Plan was launched with the NEP as the thrust. As a result of a power struggle between the President, Asri Muda and the Chief Minister of Kelantan, Mohd, Nasir, PAS fractured into factions. Supporters of the factions rioted, resulting in the declaration of emergency in Kelantan. MAS workers went on strike to demand better pay. Political consideration brought the Labour Party to be declared illegal and all forms of political gatherings were made unlawful including the association of local labour groups with international bodies and the use of the ‘moon and stars’ as a symbol for political parties. PAS broke away from the National Front and changed its symbol to the ‘full moon’. BN gained victorious in the 1978 general election in all status including Kelantan. In education, the national education policy expanded to include co-curricular activities and in fisheries, the fresh water culture was propagated. With the passing of Sultan Yahya Petra, Sultan Ahmad Shah of Pahang was enthroned as the seventh Ruler. To improve the quality of life, the suburban housing scheme was rapidly implemented.
1980 - 1984
The Amanah Saham Nasional (National Unit
Trust) was launched as a part of the New Economic Policy. HICOM and
Kedah Cement inaugurated the new heavy industry policy. Hussein Onn
passed on the country’s leadership to his deputy, Dr. Mahathir Muhamad,
Musa Hitam east aside the challenge of Tg. Razaleigh for UMNO’s deputy
presidency and was made the Deputy Prime Minister. Dr. Mahathir
immediately declared several new national policies including a common
time zone for the Peninsula, Sabah and Sarawak, the punch card and name
tag system and a ‘clean, efficient and trustworthy’ administration, the
calculation of Islamic values in public services and ‘Malaysia
Incorporated’. Through a dawn raid of the London Stock Exchange,
Malaysians took control of the London registered British trading firms
of Guthric, Sime Darby and Harrison Crossfield. A ‘buy Malaysian first’
and ‘buy British last’ campaign was launched to counter the British
condescending attitude. Perwaja Steel Mill, the International Islamic
University and the Islamic Bank were incorporated. The ‘drive with care’
campaign was launched and statutory death penalty was introduced in the
anti-drug law. Other projects include the mobile library, the Edaran
Otomobil Nasional (EON), Airod, TV3 and Universiti Utara Malaysia. For
the second time, Tg. Razaleigh failed to dislodge Musa Hitam as UMNO’s
Deputy President, and his finance portfolio was passed on to Daim
Zainuddin Sultan Mahmood Iskandar of Johor was installed as the eight
Ruler.
1985 - 1989
The first national car, Proton Saga, was
launched, followed by the Iswara. New projects include the Penang
Bridge, the Agricultural Park in Bukit Cherakah and farmer’s market its
debut. Musa Hitam tendered his resignation as Deputy Prime Minister and
Ghafar Baba was appointed in his place. The Malaysian government took
over the British High Commissioner’s residency – the Carcosa Seri
Negara. A leadership struggle in UMNO ended with victory for the
Mahathir-Ghafar team over the Tg. Razaleigh-Musa team, but UMNO was
declared illegal in an ensuing high court case brought by the
dissidents. Dr. Mahathir re-registered UMNO as UMNO(Baru) whilst the
dissidents formed Semangat 46. Dr. Mahathir offered ministerial posts to
Tg. Razaleigh and Musa but both refused. ‘Operation Lalang’ launched
against those who openly raised sensitive issues of Malay indigenuity
and the national language. The Ministry of Federal Territory was
abolished and the new ministers appointed were Mohamad Rahmat for the
Ministry of Information and Sabaruddin Chik for the Ministry of Culture,
Arts and Tourism. The government renewed confidence brought in the
Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Kuala Lumpur and the
unconditional surrender of the remnant of the Malayan Communist Party
terrorists. Sultan Azlan Shah of Perak succeeded as the ninth Ruler.
1990 - 1994
Dr. Mahathir courageously championed the
impoverished nations and was halted as the ‘Third World Hero’. The
Quality Service Award, the ‘Visit Malaysia Year’, The Malaysian
Institute of Islamic Understanding (IKIM) and the privatization of the
Tenaga Nasional and Pos Malaysia were launched. Hamid Omar, the Lord
President, introduced the songkok as the attire of Justices and Malay as
the language of courtrooms. The 1990 general election returned PAS as
the Kelantan government and UMNO debut in Sabah. The Kuala Lumpur Stock
Exchange (KLSE) separated from that of Singapore. Daim Zainuddin
resigned as Minister of Finance and was replaced by Anwar Ibrahim. The
economy expanded tremendously enabling more Malays to become corporate
figures. UMNO gained more confidence and accepted the Sabah aborigines
as a members. The University Malaysia Sarawak was incorporated. The
constitutional crisis reduced the Royal immunity. The KLSE continued
with remarkable performances. Proton Perdana, Perodua Kancil and the
first Malaysian light aircraft were launched. The Malaysian armed forces
continued to serve in the UN peacekeeping duties worldwide. UMNO
elected Anwar Ibrahim as the new Deputy President. Socio-economically,
Tajuddin Ramli took control of the Malaysian eventually lost it to the
BN when many of the representatives made a turn-around. The North-South
highway was completed. Tuanku Jaafar, Yantuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan,
was elected as the 10th Ruler.
1995 - 1999
The opposition joined the government in
protesting against the French nuclear test in the Pacific. Proton
Perdana, Tiara and Perodua Rusa were launched. Dr. Mahathir repeatedly
appealed for world peace. Among others he was bestowed the title
‘Dragon of Bosnia’. DAP failed to capture Penang, University Malaysia
Sabah, Multimedia University and University Tun Abdul Tazak
incorporated. Dr. Mahathir made on-line speeches on the Internet and
newspapers opened web pages. The first Malaysian satellite was launched
and telcos such as Maxis, Adam, Mega TV, Digi, Metro Vision and Astro
began operation. Malaysian motorcycle ‘Modenas’. LRT and Putrajaya mega
project initiated. Semangat 46 disbanded, most members rejoined UMNO.
UMNO’s Golden Jubilee, Seventh Malaysia Plan launched. Razali Ismail
elected as UN President. Dr. Mahathir took three months leave, Anwar
Ibrahim appointed acting PM. ASEAN currencies, including Ringgit,
plunged as Soros Manipulated the market. Michael Camdessus urged Anwar
to accept IMF funding, raised the interest rate up to 17% thus pushing
the economy into recession. Dr. Mahathir buried home, established the
Malaysian Economic Consultative Council under Daim, lowered the interest
rate to 4% and pegged RM 3.80 to 1USD. Anwar ousted and Abdullah Ahmad
Badawi appointed as Deputy Prime Minister. Kuala Lumpur Tower, Kuala
Lumpur City Centre and Kuala Lumpur International Airport were
completed. The Commonwealth Games and Asia Pacific Economic Conferrence
(APEC) held in Kuala Lumpur. For the first time, Malaysians witnessed
the Formula 1 Race in Sepang. Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah of
Selangor was elected the 11th Ruler. 1999 election – PAS won Kelantan
& Terengganu.
2000 - 2001
Zeti Akhtar Aziz and Siti Norma Yaakub
became the first woman Central Bank Governor and Federal Court Judge
respectively. Proton launched ‘Waja’ with its new logo. Putrajaya became
the third Federal Territory. EAC is the result of Dr. Mahathir’s
brainchild EAEG in the 1990’s. Dr. Mahathir was honored with Lifetime
Achievement Award from LARIBA (Los Angeles Reliable Investment Bankers
Associates), Chicago for sterring Malaysia out of the 1997 recession and
a doctorate by the Meiji University Japan. Razali Ismail, the UN
Special Envoy, negotiated the released of Aung San Suu Kyi from
political detention by the Myanmar Junta. Puteri UMNO inaugurated.
Malaysia achieved the SEA Game overall championship. The international
solar car race came to Malaysia. Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail of
Peris became the 12th Ruler. Dr. Mahathir portcally expressed the
‘meaning of independence’ while PAS was emboldened by religious
radicalism. Al-Maunah stole weapons from an army camp in Grik but were
soon captured. PAS mocked it as ‘staged’ and continued with their
tactics of using mosques for political purposes. A fanatical group
attacked Guar Chempedak Polis Station but was repelled. PAS infiltrated
private religious schools (SAR) and the Institutions of Higher Learning
that lead to student demonstrations. The Opposition sponsored
demonstrations on the streets and highways caused inconveniences tio the
public and destruction of public amenities. The bombing of Jakarta
supermarket by a Malaysian religious fanati delighted PAS members. The
bombing of the New York Twin Towers elimaxed religious terrorism, and
President Bush consulted Dr. Mahathir on the Malaysian Internal Security
Act (ISA).
2002 - 2003
Dr. Mahathir met Bush in the White House
and Pope John Paul at the Vatican City on their invitation. The ‘Dinner
Mas’ was proposed as the world exchange currency. At the closing of
UMNO’s AGM, Dr. Mahathir declared his retirement and appointed Abdullah
Ahmad Badawi as successor but was persuaded to remain until October
2003. Arafat contacted Dr. Mahathir for assistance from Israel’s attack.
The Sanggang by-election demonstrated the violent and vulgar campaign
tactics of the Oppositions, which lead to the suggestion for stricter
laws and regulations. The ERL to KLIA, Perodua’s Kelisa and Proton’s
Arena were launched. Malaysia assembled the Deftech armored car in
Pekan. Sipadan dan Ligitan Islands declared as Malaysian territories,
Singapore occupied Pulau Batu Putih. The first Malaysian hovercraft
exhibited. Modenas Karisma scooter launched. Kuala Lumpur monorail
opened to the public. Dr. Mahathir was bestowed the highest State Award
by Lebanese President. The Heads of States and Governments of the
Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) and the Organization of Islamic
Countries(OIC) met in Kuala Lumpur. The purchase of jet fighters,
submarines and tanks strengthened the country’s defense. In Selangor,
the mobile computer programme encouraged children to familiarize
themselves with IT. The national ‘social services’ programme for the
fifth formers and the teaching of English by means of computers for the
first graders were launched. Malaysians now controlled the cyber world
and lead in technological development. Dr. Mahathir passed the country’s
leadership to Abdullah Ahmad Badawi as the fifth Prime Minister.
2004 - 2005
Y.A.B. Dato’ Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi,
fondly known as Pak Lah to all Malaysian, appointed Y.A.B. Dato’ Seri
Mohd Najid Tun Razak as Deputy Prime Minister. The administrative agenda
was characterized by the slogan ‘excellence, distinction and glory’
with ‘work with me’ call. BN party won the 11th general election with a
‘landslide’ victory with 199 seats while PAS, PKR, DAP and Independent
candidates secured 20 seats. Terengganu was won over from PAS and
Kelantan narrowly loss by two seats. Islam Hadhari with its 10
principles was introduced. Proton launched its new model, Gen 2. The
National Service was introduced for the youth. Pak Lah thawed the
estranged relationship with Singapore and the United States and
strengthended bilateral ties with Indonesia, China, Japan and Cuba.
Malaysia continued the chairmanship of OIC and NAM with active
international participation. At the meeting of MSC Panel of Advisers,
Bill Gates promised assistance for ICT in primary schools. The National
Fitness Council was launched. PM’s wife, YABhg. Datin Seri Endon Mahmood
actively promoted batik dress internationally and kebaya dress
nationally. The 2004 Merdeka celebration was themed as: Agriculture as
the Foundation on National Economy to jumpstart the agricultural sector
as the new engine of growth and inculcate intensified research into
biotechnology. UMNO celebrated the formation of the Putera UMNO wing.
The National Intergrity Plan was launched. An International sport, the
Mansoon Cup, was initiated in Terengganu. The 2005 Merdeka celebration
was themed: Education as the Foundation of Human Capital to realign
education as the centerpiece of national development. Malaysia human
expertise was sent to India, Latin America, West Asia, Africa and
especially to Saudi Arabia to help construct the ‘jamrah’ at Mina.
Malaysia hosted the ASEAN summit and ringgit was floated from its
American dollar peg. The PM’s wife YABhg. Datin Seri Endon Mahmood
succumbed to her illness.
2006 -2007
Prime Minister YAB Dato Seri Abdullah
Ahmad Badawi fondly known as Pak Lah to all Malaysians, launched the
Ninth Malaysia Plan (MP9) with five major strategics. Emphasis on
producing vast human capital with world class stature, arresting the
socioeconomic imbalance, enhancing the economy, better quality of life,
houses made affordable to all, and better services from the
institutions, the development of Malaysia as the halal hub, the focus on
medical tourism, facilitating business through PEMUDAH panel – Special
Taskforce to Facilitate Business, intensification of e-government
throughout the country, 30% gender initiative for women in seior
administration: the appointment of Zainah Anwar as the chairperson of
the Security Commission, Professor Rafiah Salim as the Vice Chancellor
of University Malaya, Professor Sharifah Hafsah Syed Hassan as Vice
Chancellor University Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM). Installation of the
13th Yang Dipertuan Agong, DYMM Al-Wathiqu Billah Tuanku Mizan Zainal
Abidin Ibni Almarhum Sultan Mahmud Al-Muktafi Billah Shah. The Supreme
Court Complex open its doors. Perodua launched the Viva whilst Proton
its new model, the Persona. International TV, Al-Jazeera established a
base in Kuala Lumpur. KLCI breached 1300 points. The success of the
Merdeka de Everest group in reaching the world’s summit. The SMART
(Stormwater Management and Road Tunnel) only one in its category in the
world, opened to public. Exhibition of the TUAV – Tactical Unmanned Air
Vehicle. Inauguration of the WIFE – World Islamic Econimic Forum in
Kuala Lumpur. Prime Minister was bestowed with the highest Order from
Indonesia and Russia as well the Global Leadership Award from the
Napoleon Hill foundation. The PM married Ms Jeanne Abdullah. The gradual
launching of the development corridors: Wilayah Iskandar (IRDA), East
Coast Economic Region(ECER), Nothern Corridor Economic Region (NCER).
Malaysia celebrates the success of Dr. Sheikh Muszaphar as an astronaut.
2008 - 2009
KLCI recorded the highest point in
history, exceeding 1500 points, as 2008 dawned, Pak Lah launched the
Sabah Development Corridor and the Sarawak Corridor of Renewable
Energy. Proton introduced a revised Saga model. Professor Dr. Mazlan
Othman was the first Malaysia woman to specialize in astronomy and
astrophysics. Siti Norma Yaakob became the first woman judge to sit on
the Dubai International Finance Court. Robiah Abdul Ghani became head
of Pahang Police force while Nicol David held the world title in
squash. The hefty increase of crude oil price and the work of rogue
speculators plunged the world into deep recession. Share market the
world over crashed. Howeveer the Government took corrective measures
including injecting a stimulus package, to weather the storm. The 12th
general election: BN win with slim majority, the coalition of
opposition partires won in five states. In Perak, three councillors
quit, enabling the BN to take control of the state. What ensued a
series of street demonstrations and unrest by the oppositions. Pak Lah
launched the SPRM. March 2009 Pak Lah relinquished his post to his
deputy YAB Dato’ Seri Mohd Najib Tun Razak. YAB Tan Sri Muhyiddin
Yassin made the new deputy Prime Minister. U.S. President Barrack Obama
was one of the first to call and congratulate Najib. Najib’s first act
as Prime Minister was to make surprise visits to various places to
gauge for himself problems faced by the masses. 1Malaysia launched
followed by Amanah Saham 1Malaysia open to all Malaysians. Kuala Lumpur
bestoyed the status of Traditional Islamic City by ISESCO. Proton
introduced the ‘Exora’ whilst Perodua the ‘Viva Elite’. Najib declared
the Key Performance Indicators applicable to cabinet members to be
reviewed biannually. Next he outlined the six discipline to be viewed
under the NKRA. Najib visited the Asean neighbours for closer ties. The
China visit marks the 35th anniversary of friendly relations started
by his late father Tun Razak and chairman Mao. Najib launched the
Special Economic Zone of ECER. The first Malaysian submarine, the KD
Tunku Abdul Rahman arrived to patrol the Malaysian waters. The model of
the Malaysian F1 car that will participate next year’s race, was
unveiled to the public. The Harvard School of Business Studies, Boston,
will launch a case study on how Najib steered Malaysian out of the
recession. Meanwhile Najib’s wife, YABhg Datin Seri Rosmah Mansor
unrelently nursed PERMATA to greater heights nationally and praised and
modeled by some African nations.
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