This is a look back into Malaysian history through the eyes of Datuk Harun Idris, a character steeped in controversy and much mythology. Whilst serving out a jail sentence from 1978-1981 he kept a daily journal which has inspired the harun diaries project. Opening up a chance to speak to those who could describe the historical context as well as the man himself.
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This is a look back into Malaysian history through the eyes of Datuk Harun Idris, a character steeped in controversy and much mythology. Whilst serving out a jail sentence from 1978-1981 he kept a daily journal which has inspired the harun diaries project. Opening up a chance to speak to those who could describe the historical context as well as the man himself.
Interview done on the 22/08/2021. Former Deputy PM Tun Musa Hitam shares his early interactions with Harun Idris and walks us through what he thinks of Harun’s involvement in the May 13th riots.
The Harun Diaries
This is a look back into Malaysian history through the eyes of Datuk Harun Idris, a character steeped in controversy and much mythology. Whilst serving out a jail sentence from 1978-1981 he kept a daily journal which has inspired the harun diaries project. Opening up a chance to speak to those who could describe the historical context as well as the man himself.