Sultan Muhammad (of Malacca)

Sultan Muhammad of Malacca was a revered ruler during the 15th century, known for establishing and expanding the powerful Malacca Sultanate in Southeast Asia. Under his leadership, Malacca became a vital trading hub connecting the Malay Peninsula with China, India, and the Middle East. He promoted the spread of Islam, consolidated political power, and fostered economic growth through maritime commerce. Sultan Muhammad's reign helped shape Malacca into a influential center of trade and culture, laying foundations that would influence the region’s history for centuries.