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The Star
10-05-2025
- General
- The Star
Changing of the Guard showcases military tradition
Impressive performance: The Changing of the Guard ceremony being carried out at Istana Negara in Kuala Lumpur. — Bernama KUALA LUMPUR: The Changing of the Guard ceremony at Istana Negara here was carried out in full military tradition. The ceremony was conducted by four officers and 79 personnel from the First Battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment (1RAMD). The series 1/25 ceremony, which began at 9am yesterday, also included two officers and 22 horsemen from the 21st Ceremonial Mounted Squadron (SIB) under the command of the 12th Brigade Headquarters. The event began with the outgoing guards marching from the palace compound and taking their positions at the main gate, followed by the incoming guards taking their place opposite them. This was followed by the handover of the regimental colours, symbolising the formal changeover between the outgoing and incoming palace guards. The ceremony was witnessed by 1 RAMD commanding officer, Kol Mohd Fuad Md Ghazali, and commanding officer of the SIB, Lt-Kol Shahrul Azudin Maulod. Speaking to reporters, Kol Mohd Fuad said the ceremony not only involved a physical change of guards but also carried significant symbolic value in continuing Malaysia's military heritage, Bernama reported. He said it reflected the identity of the Malaysian Armed Forces as a force prepared for the battlefield while also upholding national honour and tradition. 'Apart from being a symbol of respect for the Royal Institution, the Changing of the Guard ceremony also attracts tourists from within and outside the country,' Kol Mohd Fuad said. 'The uniqueness of the ceremony, which combines military elements, culture and Malay heritage, makes it one of the nation's proud traditions. 'It also provides the public with a rare opportunity to witness the beauty of military customs not often seen by the general public,' he said. Kol Mohd Fuad added that the Malaysian Armed Forces is committed to preserving and honouring the ceremony as part of the national heritage.
The Star
10-05-2025
- General
- The Star
Changing of the guard at Istana Negara showcases military tradition
KUALA LUMPUR: The Changing of the Guard Ceremony at Istana Negara, Series 1/25, held on Saturday (May 10), was conducted with full military tradition involving four officers and 79 personnel from the First Battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment (1 RAMD). The ceremony, which began at 9am, also included two officers and 22 horsemen from the 21st Ceremonial Mounted Squadron (SIB) under the command of the 12th Brigade Headquarters. The event began with the outgoing guards marching from the palace compound and taking their positions at the main gate, followed by the incoming guards taking their place opposite them. This was followed by the handover of the regimental colours, symbolising the formal changeover between the outgoing and incoming palace guards. The ceremony was witnessed by 1 RAMD Commanding Officer, Colonel Mohd Fuad Md Ghazali and Commanding Officer of the SIB, Lieutenant Colonel Shahrul Azudin Maulod. Speaking to reporters, Mohd Fuad said the ceremony not only involved a physical change of guards but also carried significant symbolic value in continuing Malaysia's military heritage. He said it reflected the identity of the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) as a force prepared for the battlefield while also upholding national honour and tradition. "Apart from being a symbol of respect for the royal institution, the Changing of the Guard Ceremony also attracts tourists from within and outside the country. "The uniqueness of the ceremony, which combines military elements, culture, and Malay heritage, makes it one of the nation's proud traditions. It also provides the public with a rare opportunity to witness the beauty of military customs not often seen by the general public,' he said. Mohd Fuad added that the ATM is committed to preserving and honouring the ceremony as part of the national heritage. - Bernama
The Sun
10-05-2025
- General
- The Sun
Changing of the Guard held with full military tradition
KUALA LUMPUR: The Changing of the Guard Ceremony at Istana Negara, Series 1/25, held today, was conducted with full military tradition involving four officers and 79 personnel from the First Battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment (1 RAMD). The ceremony, which began at 9 am, also included two officers and 22 horsemen from the 21st Ceremonial Mounted Squadron (SIB) under the command of the 12th Brigade Headquarters. The event began with the outgoing guards marching from the palace compound and taking their positions at the main gate, followed by the incoming guards taking their place opposite them. This was followed by the handover of the regimental colours, symbolising the formal changeover between the outgoing and incoming palace guards. The ceremony was witnessed by 1 RAMD Commanding Officer, Colonel Mohd Fuad Md Ghazali and Commanding Officer of the SIB, Lieutenant Colonel Shahrul Azudin Maulod. Speaking to reporters, Mohd Fuad said the ceremony not only involved a physical change of guards but also carried significant symbolic value in continuing Malaysia's military heritage. He said it reflected the identity of the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) as a force prepared for the battlefield while also upholding national honour and tradition. 'Apart from being a symbol of respect for the Royal Institution, the Changing of the Guard Ceremony also attracts tourists from within and outside the country. 'The uniqueness of the ceremony, which combines military elements, culture, and Malay heritage, makes it one of the nation's proud traditions. It also provides the public with a rare opportunity to witness the beauty of military customs not often seen by the general public,' he said. Mohd Fuad added that the ATM is committed to preserving and honouring the ceremony as part of the national heritage.
Malay Mail
10-05-2025
- General
- Malay Mail
Changing of the Guard returns to Istana Negara with full military honours, draws local and foreign tourists
KUALA LUMPUR, May 10 — The Changing of the Guard Ceremony at Istana Negara, Series 1/25, held today, was conducted with full military tradition involving four officers and 79 personnel from the First Battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment (1 RAMD). The ceremony, which began at 9 am, also included two officers and 22 horsemen from the 21st Ceremonial Mounted Squadron (SIB) under the command of the 12th Brigade Headquarters. The event began with the outgoing guards marching from the palace compound and taking their positions at the main gate, followed by the incoming guards taking their place opposite them. This was followed by the handover of the regimental colours, symbolising the formal changeover between the outgoing and incoming palace guards. The ceremony was witnessed by 1 RAMD Commanding Officer, Colonel Mohd Fuad Md Ghazali and Commanding Officer of the SIB, Lieutenant Colonel Shahrul Azudin Maulod. Speaking to reporters, Mohd Fuad said the ceremony not only involved a physical change of guards but also carried significant symbolic value in continuing Malaysia's military heritage. The Changing of the Guard Ceremony at Istana Negara, Series 1/25, held today, was conducted with full military tradition involving four officers and 79 personnel from the First Battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment (1 RAMD). — Bernama pic He said it reflected the identity of the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) as a force prepared for the battlefield while also upholding national honour and tradition. 'Apart from being a symbol of respect for the Royal Institution, the Changing of the Guard Ceremony also attracts tourists from within and outside the country. 'The uniqueness of the ceremony, which combines military elements, culture, and Malay heritage, makes it one of the nation's proud traditions. It also provides the public with a rare opportunity to witness the beauty of military customs not often seen by the general public,' he said. Locals and tourists look on during the Changing of the Guard ceremony. — Bernama pic Mohd Fuad added that the ATM is committed to preserving and honouring the ceremony as part of the national heritage. — Bernama
New Straits Times
10-05-2025
- General
- New Straits Times
Changing of the Guard at Istana Negara showcases military tradition
KUALA LUMPUR: The Changing of the Guard Ceremony at Istana Negara, Series 1/25, held today, was conducted with full military tradition involving four officers and 79 personnel from the First Battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment (1 RAMD) . The ceremony, which began at 9am, also included two officers and 22 horsemen from the 21st Ceremonial Mounted Squadron (SIB) under the command of the 12th Brigade Headquarters. The event began with the outgoing guards marching from the palace compound and taking their positions at the main gate, followed by the incoming guards taking their place opposite them. This was followed by the handover of the regimental colours, symbolising the formal changeover between the outgoing and incoming palace guards. The ceremony was witnessed by 1 RAMD Commanding Officer, Colonel Mohd Fuad Md Ghazali and Commanding Officer of the SIB, Lieutenant Colonel Shahrul Azudin Maulod. Speaking to reporters, Mohd Fuad said the ceremony not only involved a physical change of guards but also carried significant symbolic value in continuing Malaysia's military heritage. He said it reflected the identity of the armed forces as a force prepared for the battlefield while also upholding national honour and tradition. "Apart from being a symbol of respect for the Royal Institution, the Changing of the Guard Ceremony also attracts tourists from within and outside the country. "The uniqueness of the ceremony, which combines military elements, culture, and Malay heritage, makes it one of the nation's proud traditions. It also provides the public with a rare opportunity to witness the beauty of military customs not often seen by the general public," he said. Mohd Fuad added that the armed forces is committed to preserving and honouring the ceremony as part of the national heritage.
