David Watherston
| Sir David Watherston | |
|---|---|
| David Watherston with Tunku Abdul Rahman | |
| Chief Secretary, Federation of Malaya | |
| In office 1952–1957 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 26 February 1907 | 
| Died | 16 January 1977 (aged 69) | 
| Nationality | British | 
| Children | 2 sons and 2 daughters | 
| Alma mater | Christ Church, Oxford | 
| Occupation | Colonial administrator and civil servant | 
Sir David Watherston CMG KBE (26 February 1907 – 16 January 1977) was a British colonial administrator who served as Chief Secretary, Federation of Malaya from 1952 to 1957, and played a major role in the creation of Malaysia.