Tun Abdul Razak

ModernPoliticianMalaysia1922 — ?

Second Malaysian PM, New Economic Policy architect.

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Quick Facts

Born

1922

Country

Malaysia

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)13

Political (20%)75

Influence (20%)62

Legacy (20%)52

Leadership (15%)80

Strategy (15%)38

Total Score56.8

Tun Abdul Razak — Complete Timeline

1969 AD

Oversaw the May 13 Incident ResponsePolitical Action◆ Major

As Deputy Prime Minister, Razak was a key figure in the government's response to the May 13 racial riots in Kuala Lumpur. He declared a state of emergency and suspended Parliament, leading to the establishment of the National Operations Council.

RiotsEmergencyRace Relations

Impact: nationaldestructive

1970 AD

Became Second Prime Minister of MalaysiaPolitical Action◆ Major

Razak succeeded Tunku Abdul Rahman as Prime Minister of Malaysia. He took office during a period of racial tension following the 1969 race riots and sought to promote national unity through his policies.

Prime MinisterSuccessionNational Unity

Impact: nationalconstructive

1971 AD

Launched the New Economic Policy (NEP)Reform◆ Major

As Prime Minister, Razak introduced the New Economic Policy, a comprehensive affirmative action plan aimed at eradicating poverty and restructuring society to eliminate the identification of race with economic function. It gave preferential treatment to Bumiputera (ethnic Malays).

Economic PolicyAffirmative ActionBumiputera

Impact: nationalconstructive

1973 AD

Formed the Barisan Nasional CoalitionPolitical Action◆ Major

Razak expanded the ruling Alliance Party into the Barisan Nasional (National Front), a broader multi-racial coalition that included former opposition parties. This coalition dominated Malaysian politics for decades.

CoalitionPolitical AllianceBarisan Nasional

Impact: nationalconstructive