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Limbang to host Sarawak-level Agong's Birthday celebration from June 11 to 14
Wan Junaidi (middle) discusses the itinerary of the celebrations with Sagah (second left) and Dr Abdul Rahman (first left). – Astana Negeri Sarawak photo
KUCHING (June 9): The Sarawak-level celebration of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong's Birthday will be held in Limbang from June 11 to 14.
According to a post on the official Facebook page of Yang di-Pertua Negeri Sarawak Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar, the selection of Limbang division reflects the spirit of unity and appreciation for the people in Sarawak's northern region.
The post was made following a courtesy call by the celebrations' committee on Wan Junaidi and wife Toh Puan Datuk Patinggi Fauziah Mohd Sanusi at the Astana Negeri today (June 9).
The committee headed by Education, Innovation and Talent Development Minister Dato Sri Roland Sagah Wee Inn briefed Wan Junaidi and wife on the itinerary for the celebrations.
Among the events lined up are a Thanksgiving Ceremony on June 13 at the Jannatul Firdaus Mosque, Limbang and Hi-Tea Ceremony on June 14 at the Limbang Civic Centre.
Other programmes scheduled are the Thanksgiving Ceremony of Other Religions on June 11, as well as the Raja Kita Exhibition from June 12 to 15.
Various side activities will also be organised to enliven the celebration, including stage performances, sales booths, and a traditional food showcase under the banner 'Limbang Kitchen'.
In the Facebook post, Wan Junaidi said the courtesy call demonstrated the strong commitment of the state government and relevant agencies to ensure the event runs smoothly and is rich in ceremonial significance, in line with the spirit of patriotism and loyalty to the Royal Institution.
On another matter, both Wan Junaidi and wife also received a courtesy call from the organising committee of Sarawak-level Maal Hijrah celerations.
The delegation was led by Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier's Department (Project Coordinator for Regional Development Agencies, Kuching North City Commission and Islamic Affairs) Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi.
The Sarawak-level Maal Hijrah celerations will be jeld in Bintulu on June 26 and 27.
