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The Star
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Patriotism in the air as flags go up nationwide
KUALA LUMPUR: August is a month filled with the spirit of patriotism, where Malaysians are encouraged to decorate their homes, offices and vehicles with the Jalur Gemilang as a sign of love for the country. With 20 days left until the National Day 2025 celebration, people across the country have started flying the Jalur Gemilang, the national symbol. A Bernama survey in Kampung Baru, located in the heart of the capital, and at Perumahan Awam Sri Perak, Sentul here, found that residents have put up the Jalur Gemilang at their homes to join in the national month celebration. At Dataran Merdeka, the atmosphere of the National Day celebration is already palpable, as the area is filled with Jalur Gemilang decorations and various patriotic-themed displays. In Melaka, the Jalur Gemilang was featured along main roads such as Jalan Hang Tuah, Jalan Tun Sri Lanang, Jalan Bendahara and Jalan Laksamana, thanks to initiatives from the local authorities. Several hotels, private hospitals and tourist locations have also joined the effort to liven up the national month celebration, while fewer flags were seen at most residential areas and business premises. The patriotic atmosphere is also being felt in Kuantan, Pahang, where the Jalur Gemilang and the state flag are proudly flying along main roads, at business premises and on government administration buildings. The Kuantan City Council also launched the Jalur Gemilang and Pahang State Flag-Hoisting Programme from July 25 to Sept 16 to encourage the participation of residents. Retired government official Sallehuddin Yaakob Rahman, 62, said he intends to put up the Jalur Gemilang at his home with a new flag before National Day on Aug 31. 'God willing, I will change it to a new one before Merdeka Day, so that we can all help to liven up the atmosphere,' he said. In Kedah, the patriotic 'war' of the Jalur Gemilang can also be felt as premises and residential homes in the areas around Kota Setar, Pendang and Yan districts have begun installing the flags. Tan Chin Eng, 62, from Yan, said he usually puts up the flag every time the national month arrives. 'I will install it soon. I've noticed that some premises and houses in this area have started putting up flags since Aug 1, but there are still many that haven't,' he said. Civil servant Nur Syahirah Azlan, 34, from Kota Setar, said she installed three Jalur Gemilang flags in front of her house as a symbol of patriotism. 'Every year, my husband and I install the flags, and they stay flying until Malaysia Day. 'However, I noticed many people still don't fly the flags. Maybe because it's not compulsory, but they should at least fly one flag as a sign of love for the country,' she said. Themed 'Malaysia Madani: A Compassionate Nation', the National Day 2025 celebration on Aug 31 will be held at Dataran Putrajaya, while the Malaysia Day celebration will take place on Sept 16 in Penang.
Malaysian Reserve
2 days ago
- General
- Malaysian Reserve
National Day: Patriotism in the air as homes, offices and business premises start flying the Jalur Gemilang
KUALA LUMPUR — August is a month that oozes with the spirit of patriotism, where citizens are encouraged to decorate their homes, offices, and vehicles with the Jalur Gemilang (the Malaysian flag) as a sign of love for the country. With 21 days left until the National Day 2025 celebration, people across the country have already started flying the Jalur Gemilang, the national symbol. A Bernama survey in Kampung Baru, located in the heart of the capital, and at Perumahan Awam Sri Perak, Sentul, found that residents have installed the Jalur Gemilang at their homes to join in the National Month celebration. Moving on to Dataran Merdeka, the atmosphere of the National Day celebration is already palpable, as the area is filled with Jalur Gemilang decorations and various patriotic-themed displays. IN MELAKA, the Jalur Gemilang has started to fly along main roads like Jalan Hang Tuah, Jalan Tun Sri Lanang, Jalan Bendahara, and Jalan Laksamana, thanks to initiatives from the local authorities. Several hotels, private hospitals, and tourist locations have also joined the effort to liven up the National Month celebration, while fewer flags were seen at most residential areas and business premises. The patriotic atmosphere is also increasingly being felt in Kuantan, PAHANG, where the Jalur Gemilang and the Pahang flag are proudly flying along main roads, at business premises, and on government administration buildings in anticipation of the National Month celebration. The Kuantan City Council has also launched the Jalur Gemilang and Pahang State Flag-Hoisting Program from July 25 to September 16 to encourage participation of residents. A retired government official, Sallehuddin Yaakob Rahman, 62, said he intends to install the Jalur Gemilang at his home, but his current flag is worn out. He plans to replace it before National Day on August 31. 'God willing, I will change it to a new one before Merdeka Day, so that we can all help to liven up the atmosphere,' he said. IN KEDAH, the patriotic 'war' of the Jalur Gemilang can also be felt as premises and residential homes in the areas around Kota Setar, Pendang, and Yan districts have begun installing flags. Tan Chin Eng, 62, from Yan, said he usually installs the flag every time the National Month arrives. 'I will try to install it before the celebration day. I've noticed that some premises and houses in this area have started putting up flags since August 1, but there are still many that haven't,' he said. Civil servant Nur Syahirah Azlan, 34, from Kota Setar said she had already installed three Jalur Gemilang flags in front of her house as a symbol of patriotism. 'Every year, my husband and I install the flags, and they stay flying until Malaysia Day. But what I see is that many people still don't fly flags. Maybe because it's not compulsory, they don't care much, but they should at least fly one flag as a sign of love for the country,' she said. Themed 'Malaysia MADANI: A Compassionate Nation,' the National Day 2025 celebration on August 31 will be held at Dataran Putrajaya, while the Malaysia Day celebration will take place on September 16 in Penang. — BERNAMA
The Sun
2 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Jalur Gemilang flies high as Malaysia gears up for National Day 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: The spirit of patriotism is sweeping across Malaysia as homes, offices, and business premises proudly display the Jalur Gemilang in anticipation of National Day 2025. With just 21 days left until the celebrations, the national flag is already a common sight in various locations, including Kampung Baru and Perumahan Awam Sri Perak in Sentul. Dataran Merdeka has also transformed into a sea of red, white, and blue, with patriotic decorations setting the tone for the upcoming festivities. In Melaka, major roads such as Jalan Hang Tuah and Jalan Tun Sri Lanang are lined with the Jalur Gemilang, thanks to efforts by local authorities. Hotels, private hospitals, and tourist spots have joined the movement, though fewer flags are seen in residential and commercial areas. In Kuantan, the Jalur Gemilang and the Pahang state flag flutter side by side along main roads and government buildings. The Kuantan City Council has extended its flag-hoisting program from July 25 to September 16 to encourage public participation. Retiree Sallehuddin Yaakob Rahman, 62, plans to replace his worn-out flag before August 31 to contribute to the festive atmosphere. Districts like Kota Setar, Pendang, and Yan are also embracing the patriotic spirit, with flags appearing at homes and businesses. Tan Chin Eng, 62, from Yan, noted that while some have already raised flags, many others have yet to join in. Civil servant Nur Syahirah Azlan, 34, has installed three Jalur Gemilang flags at her home, urging others to show their love for the country. The National Day 2025 celebration, themed 'Malaysia MADANI: A Compassionate Nation,' will take place at Dataran Putrajaya on August 31. Malaysia Day will follow on September 16 in Penang, marking the continuation of patriotic festivities. - Bernama
The Sun
2 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Fewer Jalur Gemilang flags seen ahead of National Day 2025
KUALA LUMPUR: August usually sees a surge in patriotic displays, with Malaysians decorating homes and businesses with the Jalur Gemilang. This year, however, with just 21 days left until National Day, the capital appears quieter than expected. A Bernama survey along Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman found only a handful of businesses flying the national flag. Kampung Baru residents also showed limited flag displays, contrasting with the usual festive mood. In contrast, Dataran Merdeka is already adorned with Jalur Gemilang decorations and patriotic displays. KEDAH: The patriotic spirit remains subdued, with many in Kota Setar, Pendang, and Yan yet to raise flags. Tan Chin Eng, 62, from Yan, said he usually waits until the final week before National Day to put up his flag. Nur Syahirah Azlan, 34, from Kota Setar, has already installed three flags at her home. She noted that many still neglect to fly the flag, urging more to show their love for the country. MELAKA: Flags are now visible along major roads like Jalan Hang Tuah, thanks to local authorities. Hotels and tourist spots have joined in, but residential areas lag behind. PAHANG: Kuantan is seeing a growing patriotic vibe, with flags flying along roads and government buildings. The Kuantan City Council's flag-hoisting program runs from July 25 to September 16. Sallehuddin Yaakob Rahman, 62, plans to replace his worn-out flag before August 31. This year's National Day, themed 'Malaysia MADANI: A Compassionate Nation,' will be held at Dataran Putrajaya. Malaysia Day celebrations follow on September 16 in Penang. - Bernama
New Straits Times
17-06-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Matta: Cerating's sudden name change likely to affect tourist arrivals
KUANTAN: The sudden decision to rename Cherating — a popular tourist destination known for its beaches — to Cerating, just months ahead of the highly anticipated Visit Malaysia Year (VMY) 2026, is expected to negatively affect foreign tourist arrivals. Travel and tour operators, who have been actively marketing Cherating as a distinctive holiday destination in the lead-up to VMY, were caught off guard by the announcement from the Kuantan City Council less than a week ago. Pahang's Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (Matta) Chapter chairman Chea Sin Cheak said several tourism operators have voiced concerns about the abrupt name change. "Industry players are worried that this change in spelling will significantly affect tourist arrivals. The name Cherating has long been recognised, and renaming it could hinder online searches for the destination. "Many tourists, especially from China, are familiar with the spelling Cherating. The timing of this change is particularly unsuitable, as we are just months away from VMY could disrupt ongoing promotional and marketing activities related to the destination," he told the New Straits Times today. Chea said that the tourism industry has consistently used the name Cherating across advertisements, promotional materials, and social media platforms, especially during travel fairs and that the sudden change feels unjust. He said the Matta Pahang chapter will convene a meeting to gather feedback from industry stakeholders before initiating further discussions with Tourism Pahang and Pahang Tourism and Culture Committee chairman Leong Yu Man. "We are meeting with Matta members to determine the best approach. We are in talks with stakeholders, as this name change has become an issue," he said. Meanwhile, a spokesperson from a travel and tour company said that no official directive has been issued, prompting many operators to continue using Cherating in their travel packages. "Everyone was left in the dark until the local authorities announced on social media. Will the name change even take effect next year?" she asked. Typing the words "Cerating" in the Google search engine produces no relevant results, while "Cherating" remains the more popular and widely recognised search term. The rebranding move sparked backlash on social media last week, with many users criticising the decision as unpopular and unnecessary. When contacted, Pahang Local Government, Housing, Environment and Green Technology Committee chairman Datuk Mohammad Fakhruddin Mohd Ariff said in a brief text message that he would ask the Kuantan City Council to clarify the name change.
