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Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin becomes the Raja of Perlis following the death of his brother, Tuanku Syed Putra Jamalullail. The Raja of Perlis is the hereditary monarch of Perlis, one of the thirteen states of Malaysia. As Raja, Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin served as the ceremonial head of state and performed various constitutional duties, such as appointing the state's chief minister and other officials. During his reign, he was known for promoting education and cultural preservation in Perlis, as well as for his contributions to charity and philanthropy.
Sunday, 16 April, 2000