Description
This is a candid portrait of a man who has long perplexed political and economic analysts at home and abroad. Tun Daim Zainuddin, Malaysia's Finance Minister (1984-1991), a successful entrepreneur before he joined the Government, confounded prophets of doom when he revived a recession-hit economy and set its feet on the path to new heights. Speculation has been rife on the extent of his political influence, his invisible role in crucial events, his relationships with big players in the power game.
In this book by a seasoned political writer and a columnist who studies character in action, the reader can follow the interplay of forces and of personalities at a vital period in Malaysia's recent history: the story behind the scandals and successes, groupings and regroupings, tribulations and triumphs. Besides shedding light on facets of Daim's character, this book captures the styles of figures like Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Datuk Seri Sanusi Junid, Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah, Tan Sri Musa Hitam, and most important, premier, Datuk Seri Dr Mahathir Mohamad.
