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“If you know each other well, you want to do business with people you know well. You don't do business with strangers.”

Quote by Mahathir Mohamad

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Mahathir Mohamad

Mahathir Mohamad, born on July 10, 1925, is a former Prime Minister of Malaysia. He played a significant role in the country's political landscape, leading Malaysia to rapid economic and social development. more

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