KUALA KANGSAR, Nov 5 — Sultan of Perak Sultan Nazrin Shah said that Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah and Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah have proven that the Monarch transcends the role of a symbolic unifier, but serves as a living bond, connecting the people, the nation and the throne.
Sultan Nazrin said that Their Majesties’ compassionate nature not only strengthened the connection between the people and the monarchy but also enhanced the people’s respect for the royal institution.
“…during the successful execution of the Kembara Kenali Borneo programme where Their Majesties embarked on an 11-day visit to Sabah and Sarawak from Sept 3 to 13, individuals from diverse backgrounds braved the rain and sun to display their love and loyalty, highlighting their roles as nurturing parents to every Malaysians.
“Their compassionate nature not only fostered a stronger connection between the people and the monarchy but also bolstered the relationship between Sabah, Sarawak and the Federal Government. Simultaneously, it deepened public reverence for the royal institution,” he said.
Sultan Nazrin said this in his royal address at the investiture ceremony in conjunction with his 67th birthday celebration at Istana Iskandariah here today. — Bernama