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Malay Mail
2 days ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
King hears legal reform, audit updates at Istana Negara
KUALA LUMPUR, June 3 — His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, was today presented with briefings on the achievements and agenda of Legal Reform as well as the Auditor-General's Report in two separate sessions at Istana Negara. According to a post on Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar's Facebook page, Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform) Datuk Seri Azalina Othman Said presented the briefing on the achievements and agenda of legal reforms to His Majesty. His Majesty was then presented with the Auditor-General's Report 2/2025 by Auditor-General Datuk Seri Wan Suraya Wan Mohd Radzi. Each briefing lasted about an hour. — Bernama
Malay Mail
3 days ago
- General
- Malay Mail
Sultan Ibrahim launches ‘Kembara Diraja' tour to visit rakyat, distribute aid
KUALA LUMPUR, June 2 — His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has announced that he will embark on a Kembara Diraja (royal tour) across all federal territories. His Majesty said the tour would enable him to witness the people's lives first-hand and personally distribute tithe funds to the poor and the eight categories of asnaf. The King made the announcement at the investiture in conjunction with his birthday at Istana Negara here today. Previously, Sultan Ibrahim was synonymous with the Kembara Mahkota Johor (KMJ), a tour initiated by His Majesty in 2001 when he was the Tunku Mahkota of Johor. The annual programme enabled the Johor royal family to meet the people and extend aid to the poor. — Bernama
Free Malaysia Today
3 days ago
- General
- Free Malaysia Today
Honorific titles not for sale or lobbying, says Agong
Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim said only those who have served a long time in the government or brought pride to the country deserve to be conferred honours. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim has reminded that federal honours cannot be bought or lobbied for, saying that these awards are reserved only for those who have truly served the nation. Delivering his royal address at the investiture ceremony at Istana Negara in conjunction with his official birthday today, the king said that he personally vets every nominee, even though the government has provided guidelines, Bernama reported. 'In my view, only those who have served a long time in the government or brought pride to the country deserve to be conferred honours. Not many pass this benchmark every year,' he was quoted as saying. 'Even though people are lobbying for titles, I will not entertain them. Titles like 'Datuk' or 'Tan Sri' are not for sale. If one has so much money, they should do charity and help the poor instead.' Sultan Ibrahim also urged today's 104 recipients to treasure and take pride in the honours they have received. The king also took the opportunity to remind leaders at all levels not to play politics with sensitive issues or stir division, warning that an excess of political parties and internal factions only fuels disunity and hostilities. 'Use your head before making any decision. There is no greater gift for me than a united people,' he said. 'I once said that a virus would hit this country, and now we can see it spreading, (it seems) incurable. I keep repeating this warning because we must not forget.' He also announced plans for a Kembara Diraja tour across the federal territories to better understand people's lives and distribute zakat aid to the underprivileged and eligible recipients.
Malay Mail
3 days ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
In birthday message, King reminds civil servants loyalty means trust and integrity — not blind worship
KUALA LUMPUR, June 2 — His Majesty, Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia, today expressed his appreciation of the Madani Government and its civil servants, who have worked hard to manage the country's economy and development. Sultan Ibrahim said the success of the recent Asean Summit was proof of the country's leadership's ability to strengthen regional and international cooperation. 'Although there are those who underestimate Malaysia's capabilities, with hard work and a spirit of cooperation, especially by civil servants, all challenges and obstacles have been successfully overcome,' said His Majesty. Sultan Ibrahim was speaking during the Royal Address at the Investiture Ceremony for the year 2025 in conjunction with the King's official birthday celebration at Istana Negara. Also present was Her Majesty, Raja Zarith Sofiah, the Queen of Malaysia. Present at the ceremony were Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and his wife, Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail, Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and Cabinet Ministers. Sultan Ibrahim also reminded civil servants to provide excellent service and practise the second principle of the Rukun Negara, which is 'Loyalty to the King and the Country'. 'Loyalty does not mean worship, but honesty and trust in carrying out the duties and responsibilities given, and not betraying the country and the people's trust,' said His Majesty. The King stressed that civil servants must be free from the influence of political parties, be neutral and always prioritise the interests of the country and the people. 'Government officials must ensure that every decision made is in accordance with the conditions and regulations set, not according to the dictates of politicians. 'Every expenditure must also be closely controlled, and cannot be used as desired, by ministers or members of Parliament, to fish for votes, to the point of causing the government's debt to increase,' said the King. Sultan Ibrahim also called on all enforcement agencies to carry out their duties with full integrity so that the people do not lose trust and continue to respect the uniform they wear. — Bernama
Malay Mail
3 days ago
- General
- Malay Mail
Not for sale: Sultan Ibrahim stresses titles like Datuk and Tan Sri must be earned, not bought
KUALA LUMPUR, June 2 — His Majesty, Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia, stressed that federal awards of orders, stars and medals are not for sale or lobbying, but are only given to individuals who are truly deserving and have rendered service to the government and the country. Sultan Ibrahim said that although the government has outlined the conditions for consideration, he will still re-evaluate each proposed candidate. 'In my view, only individuals who have served and rendered service to the government for a long time, or who have brought glory to the country, should be accepted. Indeed, not many pass the conditions every year. Although there are parties who lobby, I will not entertain them. 'The ranks of Datuk and Tan Sri are not for sale. If you have a lot of money, do charity, help the poor and needy,' said His Majesty. In this regard, the King said that the successful recipients today should appreciate and be proud of the awards they have been bestowed with. Sultan Ibrahim said this at the investiture ceremony for 2025, held in conjunction with the official birthday celebration of the King at Istana Negara here today. Also present at the ceremony was Her Majesty, Raja Zarith Sofiah, the Queen of Malaysia. Present were Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and his wife Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail, Minister of Communications Datuk Fahmi Fadzil and Cabinet Ministers. Meanwhile, the King also expressed his gratitude to the entire nation for the wishes and prayers that always accompany him in every step he takes in carrying out his duties and responsibilities as the Head of State. 'I would also like to express my gratitude to all parties who have made all the events in conjunction with my birthday celebration this year a success. 'Let us pray to the presence of Allah SWT, may this beloved country of Malaysia be blessed and remain peaceful, progressive and prosperous,' said His Majesty. — Bernama
