Hosting Of SEA Games 2027 An Opportunity To Enhance Malaysia's Image
Anwar, when tabling the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) in the Dewan Rakyat today, said that besides the 2027 SEA Games, Malaysia will also host several other international sporting events over the next five years.
"This opportunity to host such prestigious sporting events will be used to strengthen Malaysia's image internationally.

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