Former Indonesia Vice President Hamzah Haz Dies at 84

Hamzah Haz, the vice-president of Indonesia from 2001 to 2004, has died. He was aged 84. Hamzah, who served under President Megawati Soekarnoputri, died at a hospital in Jakarta on July 24, a politician from the Development Planning Party, known as PPP, said in a locally televised interview.

About Hamzah Haz

He also served as minister for investment, as well as coordinating minister for people’s welfare under previous administrations. He was one of the contenders in the 2004 presidential elections. Hamzah Haz was a key figure in the PPP, one of Indonesia’s major Islamic political parties, with his leadership instrumental in shaping the party’s policies and direction over the years.

Before being an politician

Before his political career began, Hamzah Haz was a teacher and a journalist. He held several other high-profile roles before becoming vice-president, including minister of investment under President BJ Habibie and deputy speaker of the Indonesian House of Representatives under President Abdurrahman Wahid.

trilok

Recent Posts

Independence Day 2026 Theme: Yuva Shakti, Meaning, Significance and Key Highlights

India’s Independence Day in 2026 will be observed on 15th August, which will mark the…

21 minutes ago

Indian Physicist Deepak Dhar Wins 2026 Dirac Medal

Indian physicist Deepak Dhar has been selected as the recipient of the Dirac Medal awarded…

1 hour ago

India Adds 11 International Ports for E-Visa Entry: Total Rises to 88

The Government of India has notified 11 new international ports that would allow foreign citizens…

2 hours ago

Parliament Passes Bankers’ Book Evidence Bill 2026

The Parliament has passed the Bankers’ Book Evidence Bill 2026 and paved the way for…

3 hours ago

Govt Debt-to-GDP Ratio Hits 58.2% in FY26

The debt-to-GDP ratio of the Government of India was 58.2%, which was 210 basis points…

3 hours ago

UP Khet Suraksha Yojana 2026: Objective, Benefits, Eligibility, Documents & How to Apply

The UP Khet Suraksha Yojana 2026, also known as the Mukhyamantri Khet Suraksha Yojana, is…

4 hours ago