National Day: Cheers, trumpets greet arrival of King, Queen for parade
Malaysia celebrated its National Day with a grand parade in Putrajaya, attended by King Sultan Ibrahim and Queen Raja Zarith Sofiah. The event featured military displays and performances to mark the country's independence.
Why it matters
National Day celebrations are significant for national identity and political stability in Malaysia.
PUTRAJAYA: The blare of trumpets and cheers filled the skies of Dataran Putrajaya to greet the arrival of His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, for the 2026 National Day celebration on Monday (Aug 31).
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