KAJANG, April 5 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak has described the deaths of Tan Sri Jamaluddin Jarjis and Datuk Seri Azlin Alias as a loss of two people who contributed greatly to the government, Umno and the country.
“It is a big loss for me and my family because Jamaluddin has been my friend since we were in university,” he told reporters during a visit to the crash site in Semenyih last night.
“We were very close in our history of politics starting at division level. He was a capable person who contributed greatly to the government, party and country.” Najib said Jamaluddin had many friends in governments around the world, especially during his time as an ambassador in Washington DC.
“He played a big role in our ties with the US. He always gave advice to me. Losing him is a tragedy to me,” he said.
Najib added that Azlin was very close to him and helped in government matters and other important issues.
“Azlin had agreed to leave his corporate life to serve the government as a form of national service,” he said.
“He was someone who worked with full dedication and was liked by all. His passing is also a big loss to me. I hope both their families remain strong and patient. I also hope their lives will serve as an example of how we should serve the country.” Najib said he had ordered a thorough investigation.
“It is too early to make a conclusion but a full, thorough and comprehensive investigation must be carried out,” he said.
