1984 42 years ago Notable Deaths September 5 2 sources

Adam Malik, Indonesian politician and diplomat, 3rd Vice President of Indonesia (born 1917)

On September 5, in the year 1984, Adam Malik, Indonesian politician and diplomat, 3rd Vice President of Indonesia (born 1917). This event is recorded as a Notable Deaths event in the history of September 5, one of 493 recorded events on this date across all of history.

1 notable person is associated with this event, including Adam Malik. Learn more below.

Adam Malik Batubara was an Indonesian politician, diplomat, and journalist, who served as the third vice president of Indonesia from 1978 until 1983, under President Suharto. Previously, he served in a number of diplomatic and governmental positions, including Speaker of the People's Consultative Assembly from 1977 to 1978, Speaker of the People's Representative Council from 1977 to 1978, Foreign Minister of Indonesia from 1966 until 1977, and president of the United Nations General Assembly from 1971 until 1972.

Key Facts

  • This event took place on September 5, 1984 (AD era).
  • It is categorised as a Notable Deaths event in recorded history.
  • Referenced in 2 Wikipedia articles.
  • 1 notable person is recorded as involved in or associated with this event.
  • Wikipedia source last updated on 29 August 2026.

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