Hannah remembers Siti Hasmah as graceful, quietly strong
KUALA LUMPUR: Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Hannah Yeoh has paid tribute to Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali, remembering her as a graceful, kind and quietly strong woman.
On a recent Facebook post, Hannah Yeoh, a minister in the Prime Minister's Department for Federal Territories, paid tribute to Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali. Hannah described Dr Siti Hasmah as a graceful, kind and quietly strong woman. She recalled first encountering Dr Siti Hasmah at the national badminton team, before developing a personal relationship with her after the 2018 general election.
Hannah highlighted Dr Siti Hasmah's "epitome of grace, quiet confidence and strength," noting that she didn't need to speak loudly to be heard. The minister remembered Dr Siti Hasmah accompanying her husband, former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, at various ceremonies, events and meetings, expressing that their commitment till they both turned 100 is rare to find.
Hannah also recalled Dr Siti Hasmah's non-judgmental nature, stating that she would inquire about individuals and then listen attentively to their responses. Members of the 1992 Thomas Cup team later shared their admiration for Dr Siti Hasmah, years after the event. In her post, Hannah extended condolences to Dr Mahathir and their children over the loss of Tun Dr Siti Hasmah, expressing gratitude for having her in Malaysia.
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