Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed his grief over the death of Prime Minister's Office (PMO) Media and Strategic Communications director Rozaid Abdul Rahman. Anwar, who considered Rozaid a friend and family member, praised his contributions in media strategy and relationships. The funeral was attended by several government officials, including former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob and Minister of Communications Fahmi Fadzil.
Prime Minister Anwar Expresses Grief over Death of PMO Media Director
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed his profound sorrow and grief over the passing of Rozaid Abdul Rahman, the Director of Media and Strategic Communications for the Prime Minister's Office (PMO).
Background
Rozaid Abdul Rahman was a highly respected journalist and communications strategist with a distinguished career spanning over three decades. He had served as the PMO Media Director since 2018, playing a pivotal role in shaping the government's media strategy and fostering relationships with the press.
Anwar's Statement
In a heartfelt tribute, Prime Minister Anwar described Rozaid as "a friend, a colleague, and a family member." He lauded his invaluable contributions to the media landscape and the nation as a whole.
"Rozaid was a maestro in media strategy and relationship building. He was always there for us, providing sound advice and navigating through challenging situations," Anwar stated.
Funeral and Attendance
Rozaid's funeral was held on July 16, 2023, at the National Mosque in Kuala Lumpur. It was attended by numerous government officials, including former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob and Minister of Communications Fahmi Fadzil.
Top 5 FAQs
1. What was the cause of Rozaid's death? The cause of Rozaid's death has not been officially disclosed.
2. How will Rozaid's passing affect the PMO's media operations? The PMO has not yet announced any changes to its media strategy or operations following Rozaid's passing.
3. Who will replace Rozaid as the PMO Media Director? The Prime Minister's Office has not yet announced a successor to Rozaid as the PMO Media Director.
4. What were Rozaid's most notable achievements in his role? Rozaid is credited with enhancing the PMO's media presence and improving relationships with the press. He also played a key role in managing crisis communications during various government initiatives.
5. What is the legacy that Rozaid will leave behind? Rozaid is remembered as a dedicated and skilled communications professional who made significant contributions to the media landscape and the government's public relations efforts. His passing is a great loss to the nation.
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