TYT Wan Junaidi honours visionary scholar late Madeline Berma

KUCHING (Dec 30): Yang di-Pertua Negeri Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar has paid tribute to the late Datuk Dr Madeline Berma, describing her as a visionary scholar whose intellect and ideas left a lasting mark on national development thinking.

In a Facebook post, Wan Junaidi and his wife Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi expressed deep sorrow over Madeline’s passing at her residence in Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor.

A Sarawak-born economist and academic, Madeline was widely respected for her forward-looking scholarship and significant contributions to academia, economic planning, and social development.

Wan Junaidi highlighted her pivotal role in shaping policy discourse on economic development, poverty eradication, and social inequality at both the state and national levels.

“Her passing is a great loss to the nation, particularly to the academic community, as her visionary thinking and dedication to public policy have benefited many,” he said.

Wan Junaidi and Fauziah also extended their heartfelt condolences to Madeline’s family, praying they be granted strength, patience, and peace during this difficult time.