EVERYONE who knew him called him Prof. An outstanding scholar in economics and a powerful advocate for the disabled, Prof Datuk Dr Ismail Md Salleh up close and personal was a simple, warm and compassionate person.
He had a fantastic memory with facts and figures. More incredibly, he never forgot anyone he came into contact with. Just a simple hello and he would instantly recognise your voice.
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