Ananda Krishnan, Who Reshaped Kuala Lumpur's Skyline, Dies at 86.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2024. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Melin, Anders; Anand, Ram 3 of 3

Abstract

Ananda Krishnan, a prominent Malaysian billionaire known for reshaping Kuala Lumpur's skyline, has passed away at the age of 86. Throughout his career, Krishnan made significant contributions to nation-building and the corporate world, amassing a fortune estimated at $3.8 billion. He was involved in various industries, from petroleum to entertainment, and was instrumental in the development of the Petronas Towers, the world's tallest twin buildings. Krishnan's philanthropic efforts, including organizing the 1985 Live Aid concert with Bob Geldof, touched many lives and left a lasting impact on Malaysia and beyond. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2024/11, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Architecture
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:181208966
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