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King conveys condolences to Lim Kok Wing’s family

Ruler appreciates educators’s contributions to society, reads palace statement

Updated 5 years ago · Published on 02 Jun 2021 11:41AM

King conveys condolences to Lim Kok Wing’s family
Tan Sri Lim Kok Wing died yesterday at 75 after reportedly being hospitalised last week due to a fall at his home. – Facebook pic, June 2, 2021

KUALA LUMPUR – Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah has conveyed his condolences to the family of Tan Sri Lim Kok Wing after the death of the founder and president of the Limkokwing University of Creative Technology.

According to a statement on Istana Negara’s Facebook page, His Majesty also expressed sadness over the passing of Lim and hopes that his family will remain patient and strong during this difficult time.

“His Majesty truly appreciates Lim’s deeds and contributions to society and the field of innovative education in the country,” it said.

Lim died yesterday at the age of 75. The news of his death was announced by Limkokwing University in a statement.

The educator and entrepreneur was reported to have been hospitalised last week after a fall at his home. – Bernama, June 2, 2021

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