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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
Leaders
05-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Leaders
Our Pride is in Our Nature: GEA Unveils Saudi National Day 2025 Identity
As Saudi Arabia is gearing up to mark its 95th National Day on September 23, 2025, the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) has unveiled the identity of this unique occasion, under the theme 'Our Pride is in Our Nature.' National Day 2025 Theme In a statement on X, GEA announced on Monday the launch of the new identity of Saudi National Day 95, symbolizing qualities that define the Kingdom, such as generosity, ambition, authenticity, and kindness. It also expresses the deeply-rooted values in Saudi culture, which have passed down through generations. الهوية الجديدة للـ #اليوم_الوطني_95 تحت شعار #عزنا_بطبعنا 🇸🇦❤️ لتحميل الهوية: — الهيئة العامة للترفيه (@GEA_SA) August 4, 2025 These values and qualities have guided Saudis in their daily life through ages, solidifying their status as a model of pride and honor and driving the ambitious vision to build a successful future for the nation. Saudi Arabia's Core Values The Saudi National Day 95 visual identity features symbols that reflect the Kingdom's core values and authentic qualities, represented in 6 distinct illustrations. The traditional Saudi coffee pot (Dallah) represents Generosity, a core value in Saudi culture. Meanwhile, the open door is a symbol for the Exceptional Giving, an authentic Saudi trait. Authenticity is reflected through a deeply-rooted tree symbolizing a generation of Saudis who take pride in their history and draw inspiration from their ancestors' legacy. Another quality is the Faz'ah (showing up to others), which is symbolized through an illustration of crossed hands, inspired by the iconic gesture of the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The illustrations also reflect Ambition through the Tuwaiq Mountain, drawing inspiration from the quote of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, in which he compared the ambition of the Saudi people to the steadfastness of this mountain. Moreover, Saudi Vision is reflected through a radiating pattern inspired by the Vision 2030 logo, symbolizing clarity, progress, and transformation toward the future. National Day Celebrations Saudi National Day marks the birth of the modern Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. On September 23, 1932, King Abdulaziz bin Abdul Rahman Al Saud announced the unification of Najd and Hejaz into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. All parts of the modern Kingdom unified under the name of Saudi Arabia, with Riyadh as its capital, Arabic as its official language and Quran as its constitution. Each year, Saudis observe their National Day with celebrations and festivities, including fireworks, air shows, parades and concerts. They don their traditional attires, adorn the streets with Saudi flags, and light up the buildings in green. Short link : Post Views: 56
Borneo Post
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Sarikei to host Sarawak-level National Day 2025 celebration
Fatimah (centre) in a photocall with organising committee members after the press conference. KUCHING (July 9): The Sarawak state level National Day 2025 celebration will be held in Sarikei on August 31, featuring a variety of exciting programmes from 7am to 10pm, said State Minister of Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Dato Sri Fatimah Abdullah. Sarikei will play host to this year's Sarawak-level National Day celebration on August 31, with a full day of exciting programmes lined up from 7am to 10pm, said State Minister of Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Dato Sri Fatimah Abdullah. She said the celebration will feature four main events, coordinated by the Sarawak Protocol, Ceremony and Event Management Unit (UPPANS) in collaboration with the main organiser – Sarikei Division Resident's Office. The day will begin with a Unity Walk at the Sarikei Sports Complex at 7am, graced by the Yang di-Pertua Negeri Tun Pehin Sri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar and his wife, Toh Puan Fauziah Mohamad Sanusi. 'Following the Unity Walk, there will be a Town Hall session held at Dewan Sentral Sarikei in the afternoon. 'This is one of the key activities planned for the Sarawak-level National Day 2025 celebration,' she told a press conference at the Ministry's office in Baitulmakmur II Building here today. The highlight of the day will be the National Day Celebration Assembly at 8pm at the Sarikei Sports Complex, which would be graced by Wan Junaidi and Fauziah, along with Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and other members of the state cabinet. 'That night, there will also be a National Day Concert at 10pm, immediately after the official ceremony,' she said. Also present at the press conference were UPPANS Director Datuk Hamdan Sarbini, Sarikei Division Resident Datu Michael Ronnie, and UPPANS Assistant Director Masyitah Kipli. fatimah abdullah host national day Sarikei
