Tahir (Indonesian businessman)
Tahir | |
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| Born | March 26, 1952 Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia |
| Occupation(s) | Businessman, Philanthropist |
| Years active | 1986–present |
| Known for | Founder of Mayapada Group, member of Presidential Advisory Council (Indonesia) |
Tahir, originally named Ang Tjoen Ming (; born 26 March 1952), is an Indonesian billionaire recognized for his leadership in banking and real estate sectors. He established the Mayapada Group, a multifaceted conglomerate with key operations in finance and property development. On 13 December 2019, President Joko Widodo appointed him to the Presidential Advisory Council, underscoring his significant role in both corporate and governmental advisory capacities.
Tahir's marriage connects him to another influential business dynasty in Indonesia, as he is wed to the daughter of billionaire Mochtar Riady.
Early life and education
Born in 1952 in a modest neighborhood of Surabaya, East Java, Tahir grew up in a family whose livelihood was based on building pedicabs (becak). After completing his studies at Petra Kalianyar Christian High School in 1971, he initially pursued medical studies but had to discontinue due to his father's health issues and financial difficulties. Subsequently, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts/Science degree from Nanyang Technological Institute (currently Nanyang Technological University) in Singapore, followed by a Master's degree specializing in financial education from Golden Gate University in California at age 35.
Business career
During his time studying in Singapore, Tahir launched a modest trading enterprise importing goods to Surabaya. The foundation of The Mayapada Group came in 1986, expanding into various industries such as garments, finance, automotive, healthcare, and media. Notably, Mayapada Bank survived the 1997-98 Asian financial crisis by refraining from reliance on international credit lines, a strategy that distinguished it from many other banks.
Philanthropy
In 2013, Tahir contributed more than US$100 million to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, aiding global health programs focused on combating diseases including HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, polio, and malaria.
National
- - 2015
Foreign
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- Grand Knight of the Order of Sultan Ahmad Shah of Pahang (SSAP) – Dato' Sri
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