It was presented by Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Hajah Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah, who was the constitutional head of IIUM, in a special convocation ceremony in conjunction with the university's 40th anniversary celebration.
"Therefore, the conferral of this doctorate upon me is truly priceless, and I am truly privileged," he said. The King also said that a leader must always prioritise the needs of the people above their own and lead by example, besides striving to make a positive impact on the lives of others.