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Foreign leaders pay tribute to Siti Hasmah's medical, public health legacy

KUALA LUMPUR: Condolences from foreign leaders continued to pour in following the passing of Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali, with tributes highlighting her lifelong contributions to medicine, public health and social welfare.

Foreign leaders pay tribute to Siti Hasmah's medical, public health legacy

Foreign leaders continued to offer condolences following the passing of Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali, lauding her lifelong achievements in medicine, public health, and social welfare. Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari conveyed his deep sorrow and condolences to Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and the Malaysian people. Dr Siti Hasmah's contributions to maternal health, women's empowerment, and gender equality were highlighted by Maldives President Dr Mohamed Muizzu.

Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen referred to her as a respected doctor, public health advocate, and pioneer who devoted her life to serving Malaysians, praising her advocacy for maternal health, literacy, drug abuse prevention, and mental health.

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