King bestows 'Royal Professor' title on Syed Muhammad Naquib


KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has graciously bestowed the rank and title of Royal Professor to eminent Islamic scholar and philosopher Tan Sri Dr Syed Muhammad Naquib Al-Attas in a ceremony at Istana Negara.

Syed Muhammad Naquib, 93, received the prestigious award for his service and contributions to the country, particularly in Islamic education.

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