Banknote Malaysia 20 Ringitt, T.A. Rahman - Sea Turtles - 2017

Tunku Abdul Rahman was a key figure in the struggle for independence and is often regarded as the founding father of modern Malaysia. In 1957, he led negotiations that resulted in the independence of the Federation of Malaya from the UK. Following independence, he became the first Prime Minister of Malaysia and played a pivotal role in consolidating the country as a united national entity.

His efforts to promote national unity and political stability in Malaysia are widely recognized. Tunku Abdul Rahman is respected for his role in shaping and developing Malaysia as an independent and culturally diverse nation.