TRIBUTE ABDUL - Perdana Library

FRANK SULLIVAN
Our Prime Minister faced a task of tremendous difficulty when he
went to London. He said he was going to get apartheid discussed
and he did, both formally and informally. He was the spokesman
for the conscience of mankind.
The Tunku is known to be a man of moderation, respected
for his tolerance, geniality and good humour, a man dedicated
to a philosophy of happiness. In London he showed the world
what we in Malaya have always shown, that where fundamental
principles are concerned such as the struggle for freedom or the
assertion of human rights, he is also a man of force and determination.
He went to London bearing the faith, hope and trust of
the people of Malaya; he came back from London returning
these - with honour.
When I think of the personality and character of Tunku
Abdul Rahman, as expressed in his mission to London, and in
all he has done for Malaya and is doing for South-East Asia and
the world, I recall a familiar quotation and think of our Prime
Minister as one who walks with kings, yet keeps the common
touch.