| Title: | A Persian in Malacca Street - Mohamed Javad Namazie |
| Source: | 100 INSPIRING RAFFLESIANS, 1823-2003 (pp 149-151)
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| Author(s): | Guan Heng Tan
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| Abstract: | Mohamed Javad Namazie was a Persian who originally practised law in Malacca Street. A Legislative Councillor, he was a pioneer in participatory politics in colonial Singapore. He had a distinguished record of public and community service, and was a highly respected leader of the Muslim Community. A gentleman and a gentle man, he never compromised on his principles… |
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