"Independence means we enjoy freedom. We are not colonised by people. And we can govern our own country and develop it independently so that our people can live a better life."
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Quotes by Mahathir Mohamad
Mahathir Mohamad, born on July 10, 1925, in Alor Setar, Malaysia, is a towering figure in Malaysian politics, serving as Prime Minister in two distinct tenures—first from 1981 to 2003 and then from 2018 to 2020. Renowned for his transformative policies and vision for a modern Malaysia, Mahathir played a pivotal role in the nation’s economic development and global positioning. His legacy is marked by a blend of controversial governance and progressive reforms, shaping the political landscape of Southeast Asia for decades.
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"A country without engineering skill and knowledge will never become a developed country."
Mahathir Mohamad"The Malays are spiritually inclined, tolerant, and easy-going. The non-Malays, and especially the Chinese, are materialistic, aggressive, and have an appetite for work. For equality to come about, it is necessary that these strikingly contrasting races adjust to each other."
Mahathir Mohamad