Malaysians pay tribute to Irene Fernandez


PETALING JAYA: Malaysian activists and leaders have paid tribute to Tenaganita director Irene Fernandez, who passed away at 10.58am Monday, calling her "amazing", a "hero" and "an outstanding person".

Fernandez was known in humanitarian circles and even outside as a strong voice in promoting and protecting the rights of the less fortunate, especially migrant workers.

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