Abstract
Under the administration of Tun Razak, Malaysia reoriented its foreign policy from a historically pro-Western alignment to a non-aligned stance, aimed at establishing itself as an independent and self-reliant nation. A key milestone in this transition was the appointment of P.G. Lim, the first female Malaysian ambassador to the United Nations, epitomizing Malaysia’s neutralization efforts. This appointment facilitated China’s entry into the United Nations and was positively received by Western countries due to Lim’s academic pedigree from Cambridge, her distinguished family background, and her gender, thus aligning with Tun Razak’s vision of portraying Malaysia as a non-aligned nation globally. Using Tableau’s robust data visualization tools, this paper analyzes both the domestic and international impacts of Lim’s appointment. Domestically, it served as a gesture of inclusivity towards the ethnic Chinese community in a predominantly Malay society. Politically, the selection of Lim, a woman from the left-wing Labour Party, strategically broadened support from women and left-leaning socialists. Internationally, her role as one of the only two female ambassadors at the United Nations at the time highlighted Malaysia’s commitment to gender representation. Through detailed visualizations, this study demonstrates how Lim’s ambassadorship not only contributed to enhancing Malaysia’s internal stability concerning racial and gender issues but also bolstered its standing within the international community. This approach illustrates the power of Tableau in providing insights into complex political and social dynamics.
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
Civic, Political, and Community Studies
KEYWORDS
P.G. Lim; United Nations; Female ambassador，Tableau
