Acclaimed writer-poet Rahman Shaari bestowed 15th National Laureate honour

Rahman, who writes in Bahasa Malaysia, was recognised for his outstanding contributions to the country's literary development through his creative works, critical thinking and literary activities. Photo: Handout

Datuk Rahman Shaari, the president of the Malaysian Poetry Association (Penyair), has been named the 15th National Laureate (Sasterawan Negara), the country's highest literary honour.

Senior Education Minister Datuk Dr Radzi Jidin in a press conference recently, said nine panel members who were involved in the selection of the 15th National Laureate, met since September 2021 to decide on the 12 nominations, where three were shortlisted and Rahman was finally selected.