Datuk P Kamalanathan

Chairman and Former Deputy Minister Of Education Public Relations PRactitioners Society (Malaysia) and Ministry of Education (Malaysia)

Datuk P. Kamalanathan is a distinguished Malaysian leader whose career spans public service, education, strategic communications, governance and professional development. Over the years, he has contributed across government, academia and industry, with a consistent focus on leadership, lifelong learning and institutional advancement.

He served as Deputy Minister of Education, Malaysia from 2013 to 2018 and as Member of Parliament for Hulu Selangor from 2010 to 2018, where his work centred significantly on education and stakeholder engagement. His experience has since extended to various national institutions and organisations, including the Malaysian Qualifications Agency, AIMST University, MDIS Malaysia, Yayasan Mahir Malaysia, the Labuan Port Authority and the National Visual Arts Development Board.

Beyond public office, Datuk Kamalanathan has remained actively involved in professional communications and leadership development. As Chairman of the Public Relations PRactitioners Society of Malaysia, he continues to advocate for stronger professional standards, industry collaboration and the advancement of strategic communications in Malaysia.

His commitment to lifelong learning is reflected in both his academic journey and professional recognition. He was conferred a Fellowship by London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) in 2015 and, in 2026, was admitted as an Emeritus Fellow of the Malaysian Institute of Management (MIM)—a distinction granted by the Institute to individuals of eminence in the field of management. He also serves on MIM's Board of Members.

Continuing this pursuit of knowledge, Datuk Kamalanathan is currently a PhD candidate at Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM), further strengthening the connection between his extensive professional experience and academic scholarship. His recent public updates also document his ongoing PhD journey at UUM.

Across public service, education, communications and management, his career reflects an enduring commitment to service, learning, leadership and nation-building.