KUALA LUMPUR: Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah has conveyed condolences to the family of AirAsia Bhd's former chairman and co-founder Datuk Pahamin A Rajab who passed away on Saturday (July 8).
Also expressing her condolences was the Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah.
In a post on Istana Negara's Facebook page, their Majesties expressed their sadness over the passing and hoped that the family members remained patient and strong during this difficult period.
"Their Majesties pray that the souls of the deceased be showered with mercy by Allah SWT and be placed among those who believe and do righteous deeds.
"Their Majesties appreciate his service and contributions to the country," it said.
Pahamin, 77, passed away in London, United Kingdom, last night due to a heart attack.
He was the secretary-general of the Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry from 1998 to 2001 and had been the Road Transport Department director-general from 1974 to 1998. - Bernama
