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00:04Today, Malaysia lost a highly respected former Prime Minister's wife.
00:08Tun Siti Hasma
00:09When it comes to Hasma, many people's first impression of her is...
00:12She is the woman who silently accompanies her husband, Tun Mahathir.
00:17But actually before becoming the Prime Minister's wife
00:19She has long been a pioneer in the Malaysian medical field.
00:23From medical pioneers who went deep into rural areas
00:26The longest-serving wife of a Malaysian prime minister
00:28Then there's the nation's number one badminton fan, whom everyone is familiar with.
00:31Hasma's life not only witnessed the transformation of the country
00:34She used her low-key, resilient, gentle, and warm approach
00:39It has left an indelible mark on the nation's history.
00:44Now let's take a look back at the legendary life of this centenarian First Lady.
00:48Hasma graduated from King Edward VII College of Medicine, Singapore in 1955.
00:54She was one of the few Malay women in the early days to have received formal medical training.
00:58However, she did not choose to stay in the big city.
01:01Instead, they went deep into Jeddah and other places to practice medicine.
01:04Long-term focus on women's and children's health
01:081965 and 1974
01:10She even broke the glass ceiling.
01:13Become the first or appointed medical officer in the national maternal and child health department
01:18and the first state-level maternal and child health officer
01:20Her medical background later enabled her to advance public health.
01:24It has had a huge impact on family planning and anti-drug education.
01:29Besides the expected contributions
01:31Her 70-year love story with Dengma
01:34It is also a beautiful story in the TV station.
01:36The two met at medical school in 1947.
01:39Mahathir, who had excellent grades at the time
01:41They proactively offered to provide free tuition for Hasma, whose grades were not ideal.
01:45Tutoring
01:45The two developed feelings for each other after spending so much time together.
01:48They officially fell in love in 1949.
01:51Nahasma once fondly recalled...
01:54Mahathir was very shy when he confessed his feelings.
01:57They simply handed him a note that read...
01:59The note "LOVE LOVE"
02:02The two remained devoted to each other for 70 years.
02:06Despite the vast difference in their family backgrounds at the time, the two were still together.
02:10When Mahathir proposed marriage to the woman's family
02:12It also met with strong opposition.
02:14But the two eventually overcame the obstacles.
02:17After dating for nine years, they tied the knot.
02:20Just this August
02:21The couple just celebrated their 70th platinum wedding anniversary.
02:26The two former prime ministers are the oldest.
02:28And then there's the ASEAN record for the oldest former prime minister's spouse.
02:33This led to a true love story of the century.
02:36Besides these centuries
02:38Hasma in private
02:39Actually, he is also a very enthusiastic badminton fan.
02:42Not only was he a sponsor of Mr. Yu from Malaysia
02:45She is also known as the mother of Malaysian badminton.
02:48What's even more interesting is
02:50Malaysia held its first such event in 23 years in 1992.
02:52When Thomas regained the championship
02:54He was so moved that he burst into tears on the spot.
02:56Share the joy with the winning players
02:59It's not just about thanking the Chinese coach.
03:01Even more so to the meritorious officials of that time
03:03Fu Guoqiang and Laxi gave each other a deep hug.
03:07And this heartwarming scene
03:09It remains one of the most touching and classic moments in Malaysian sports history.
03:15Hasma, who loves sports
03:16He is also proficient in many musical instruments
03:18Even at the age of 86
03:20He picked up his violin again and performed.
03:23Performing on stage for my alma mater many times
03:25Active duty personnel raise funds
03:26He proved with his actions
03:28To tell everyone and prove it
03:31Age has never been a stumbling block to pursuing dreams.
03:35She served as the Prime Minister's wife for 24 years.
03:39Hasma has always adhered to a boundary.
03:41Support your husband
03:43But don't compete with him.
03:45As a former government doctor
03:46He was well aware of the principle that civil servants should not interfere in politics.
03:50Therefore, she never gets involved in her husband Mahathir's political affairs.
03:53Furthermore, they refused to use their position to make any promises that exceeded their authority.
03:58He poured all his influence into women, the field he excelled at.
04:03Children and social welfare
04:06He did not treat the Prime Minister's wife as a source of power.
04:09Instead, it's seen as a platform that can help more people.
04:11Exert more positive influence
04:15The title of Queen Mother of Hasmaho Peak in 2019
04:19This is more than just a title
04:21This is the highest recognition of his life's dedication.
04:23He once said
04:25That early experience practicing medicine in remote, impoverished areas
04:27Make him deeply understand
04:29Whether it's a doctor or a minister's wife
04:32Humility is always the most important quality.
04:35And today, this person always has a kind smile on his face.
04:39Elders who have accompanied Malaysians through countless trials and tribulations
04:41He completed his hundred-year life journey.
04:45Tun Hasmah
04:46thank you
04:47Rest in peace
04:55thank you
04:58Thank you for watching
