The State of Perak forms one of the 13 states and three territories in the Federation of Malaysia. It is located in the North Western part of Peninsular Malaysia, covering 21,005sq km, making it the fourth largest state in Malaysia.

There are several versions as to the origin of Perak. Some say that the name 'Perak' came from Bendahara Tun Perak of Melaka while some say that it came from the "glimmer of fish in the water" that sparkled like silver or the rich mineral resource Perak has which is 'tin' or perak as it is known in Malay. Therefore, the mere mention of the State's name will reflect the treasures hidden in its earth.

Traditionally, Perak's main economic activity was mining. It was once the largest producer of tin in the world. However, with the collapse of the tin industry in the 1980s, the State Government of Perak has diversified its economy to include the services sector, with special emphasis on education and tourism activities, as well as the manufacturing sector.

Perak State has a population of 2.03 million and it consists of 1 city council, 4 municipalities and 10 district councils, with the main administrative machinery in the state capital of Ipoh City, approximately 240 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, the capital of the Federation of Malaysia.

 Website: http://www.perak.gov.my

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