Malcolm Fraser was an Australian politician who served as the 22nd Prime Minister of Australia from 1975 to 1983. He was a member of the Liberal Party of Australia and became Prime Minister after leading a successful coup against then-Prime Minister Gough Whitlam. Fraser's government focused on economic reform and immigration policy during a time of significant political change in Australia. After leaving office, Fraser became known for his advocacy on various social issues, including human rights and refugee support. He was also a prominent critic of the Australian government on matters of foreign policy and climate change, continuing to influence public discourse until his death in 2015.