Born: 1942 (age 82 years), Jelebu District, Malaysia
Spouse: Masnah Rais
Previous offices: President of the Dewan Negara in Malaysia (2020–2023) and Menteri Besar of Negeri Sembilan (1978–1982)
Education: University of London, National University of Singapore, and King's College London
Descendants: Danni Rais, Malini Rais, and Dino Rais