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Barnama
24-06-2025
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- Barnama
Sultan Mizan, Sultanah Zahirah Grace Seminar On Royal Correspondence Of Baginda Omar
KUALA NERUS, June 24 (Bernama) -- Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin and Sultanah Nur Zahirah of Terengganu today graced the Proclamation Ceremony and Asia-Pacific Heritage Seminar on the Royal Correspondence of Baginda Omar at Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT). Also in attendance were the Yang Dipertuan Muda of Terengganu, Tengku Muhammad Ismail, Tengku Sri Setia Mahkota Raja Tengku Datuk Seri Muhammad Mu'az, Tengku Puteri Utama Raja Tengku Datuk Seri Nadhirah Zahrah, and Tengku Puteri Daulath Raja Tengku Datuk Seri Fatimatuz Zahra. The royal entourage was welcomed by Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar and Deputy Minister of National Unity K. Saraswathy. In her opening address, Saraswathy highlighted that Sultan Omar Ibni Sultan Ahmad Shah, the 9th Sultan of Terengganu, ruled from 1839 to 1876 and authored a series of private letters that shed light on the state's administration, diplomacy, and trade with foreign powers including Riau-Lingga, Siam, and the British, during the 19th century. 'A total of 56 manuscripts or private letters by Sultan Omar are preserved by the National Archives of Malaysia. These documents serve as a valuable national treasure. 'The collection was originally compiled by Syeikh Ulama Tok Ku Tuan Besar Paduka Indera Engku Syed Seri Perdana Engku Muhammad, a prominent diplomat and administrator during Sultan Baginda Omar's reign. 'The letters were passed down through his descendants before being handed over to the National Archives in 1992 for permanent safekeeping,' she said. Saraswathy said that the Royal Correspondence of Baginda Omar were designated a National Heritage document on Sept 30, 2010, by the Department of National Heritage, and more recently, on May 8, 2024, were inscribed as a regional documentary heritage by UNESCO's Memory of the World Committee for Asia and the Pacific (MOWCAP). She said the National Archives had carried out preservation and conservation work on the original documents, which are now stored in a specially controlled repository in Kuala Lumpur.
The Sun
24-06-2025
- General
- The Sun
Sultan Mizan, Sultanah Zahirah grace seminar on royal correspondence of Baginda Omar
KUALA NERUS: Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin and Sultanah Nur Zahirah of Terengganu today graced the Proclamation Ceremony and Asia-Pacific Heritage Seminar on the Royal Correspondence of Baginda Omar at Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT). Also in attendance were the Yang Dipertuan Muda of Terengganu, Tengku Muhammad Ismail, Tengku Sri Setia Mahkota Raja Tengku Datuk Seri Muhammad Mu'az, Tengku Puteri Utama Raja Tengku Datuk Seri Nadhirah Zahrah, and Tengku Puteri Daulath Raja Tengku Datuk Seri Fatimatuz Zahra. The royal entourage was welcomed by Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar and Deputy Minister of National Unity K. Saraswathy. In her opening address, Saraswathy highlighted that Sultan Omar Ibni Sultan Ahmad Shah, the 9th Sultan of Terengganu, ruled from 1839 to 1876 and authored a series of private letters that shed light on the state's administration, diplomacy, and trade with foreign powers including Riau-Lingga, Siam, and the British, during the 19th century. 'A total of 56 manuscripts or private letters by Sultan Omar are preserved by the National Archives of Malaysia. These documents serve as a valuable national treasure. 'The collection was originally compiled by Syeikh Ulama Tok Ku Tuan Besar Paduka Indera Engku Syed Seri Perdana Engku Muhammad, a prominent diplomat and administrator during Sultan Baginda Omar's reign. 'The letters were passed down through his descendants before being handed over to the National Archives in 1992 for permanent safekeeping,' she said. Saraswathy said that the Royal Correspondence of Baginda Omar were designated a National Heritage document on Sept 30, 2010, by the Department of National Heritage, and more recently, on May 8, 2024, were inscribed as a regional documentary heritage by UNESCO's Memory of the World Committee for Asia and the Pacific (MOWCAP). She said the National Archives had carried out preservation and conservation work on the original documents, which are now stored in a specially controlled repository in Kuala Lumpur. 'In early 2024, digitisation efforts were undertaken to ensure long-term access. These documents not only reflect Sultan Omar's wisdom in state governance but also his efforts in enhancing trade and diplomatic relations with foreign powers,' she said. Saraswathy affirmed that the National Archives would continue its role in safeguarding the nation's documentary heritage.
The Sun
24-06-2025
- General
- The Sun
Sultan Mizan, Sultanah Zahirah grace seminar
KUALA NERUS: Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin and Sultanah Nur Zahirah of Terengganu today graced the Proclamation Ceremony and Asia-Pacific Heritage Seminar on the Royal Correspondence of Baginda Omar at Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT). Also in attendance were the Yang Dipertuan Muda of Terengganu, Tengku Muhammad Ismail, Tengku Sri Setia Mahkota Raja Tengku Datuk Seri Muhammad Mu'az, Tengku Puteri Utama Raja Tengku Datuk Seri Nadhirah Zahrah, and Tengku Puteri Daulath Raja Tengku Datuk Seri Fatimatuz Zahra. The royal entourage was welcomed by Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar and Deputy Minister of National Unity K. Saraswathy. In her opening address, Saraswathy highlighted that Sultan Omar Ibni Sultan Ahmad Shah, the 9th Sultan of Terengganu, ruled from 1839 to 1876 and authored a series of private letters that shed light on the state's administration, diplomacy, and trade with foreign powers including Riau-Lingga, Siam, and the British, during the 19th century. 'A total of 56 manuscripts or private letters by Sultan Omar are preserved by the National Archives of Malaysia. These documents serve as a valuable national treasure. 'The collection was originally compiled by Syeikh Ulama Tok Ku Tuan Besar Paduka Indera Engku Syed Seri Perdana Engku Muhammad, a prominent diplomat and administrator during Sultan Baginda Omar's reign. 'The letters were passed down through his descendants before being handed over to the National Archives in 1992 for permanent safekeeping,' she said. Saraswathy said that the Royal Correspondence of Baginda Omar were designated a National Heritage document on Sept 30, 2010, by the Department of National Heritage, and more recently, on May 8, 2024, were inscribed as a regional documentary heritage by UNESCO's Memory of the World Committee for Asia and the Pacific (MOWCAP). She said the National Archives had carried out preservation and conservation work on the original documents, which are now stored in a specially controlled repository in Kuala Lumpur. 'In early 2024, digitisation efforts were undertaken to ensure long-term access. These documents not only reflect Sultan Omar's wisdom in state governance but also his efforts in enhancing trade and diplomatic relations with foreign powers,' she said. Saraswathy affirmed that the National Archives would continue its role in safeguarding the nation's documentary heritage.
The Sun
12-06-2025
- The Sun
FRIM upgrade to boost ecotourism for Visit Malaysia Year 2026
KUALA LUMPUR: The infrastructure upgrade at the Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) in Kepong, including the reconstruction of a 12-metre suspension bridge, is expected to enhance its ecotourism appeal ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026 (VMY2026). FRIM director-general Datuk Dr Ismail Parlan said the project includes reconstructing the bridge using durable hardwood and support cables with safety 'u-clip' netting, as well as installing an informational map panel in the Borneo Plot near the Sungai Kroh picnic area. He said the initiative was carried out in collaboration with the government and corporate partners, including Hibiscus Petroleum Berhad, which contributed RM96,000 through its corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme to enhance FRIM's ecotourism facilities. 'This effort extends beyond just infrastructure enhancement. It demonstrates a strong corporate commitment to long-term environmental and biodiversity conservation,' he told reporters after visiting the site today. Present were Hibiscus Petroleum Berhad Corporate Finance head Joyce Vasudevan and Corporate Development vice president Lily Ling. Ismail said the Borneo Plot is one of FRIM's unique attractions, featuring forest species native to Borneo, which is renowned for its tropical biodiversity, including kapur baji (Dryobalanops lanceolata) and engkabang (Rubroshorea macrophylla). Established as a research site, the Borneo Plot also serves as an outdoor learning space for students and visitors, as well as a conservation area for endangered species. He said FRIM has evolved from being a research and innovation centre into a hub for nature-based tourism and environmental education, drawing both local and international visitors. As such, he said that FRIM will work closely with the Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry to make early preparations for VMY2026. 'Last year, we recorded 157,699 visitors. This year, we are targeting 200,000 -- not only to enjoy the natural surroundings but also to raise public awareness about the importance of forests and biodiversity,' he said. FRIM, declared a National Heritage site in 2015, is currently in the final stage of nomination as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
BBC News
09-06-2025
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- BBC News
Former RAF officer from Cardiff becomes Tower of London Beefeater
A former RAF Warrant Officer from Cardiff has been selected as a Yeoman Warder (YW) at the Tower of Harris served in the RAF for more than 36 years, during which time he was deployed for tours to Northern Ireland, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Afghanistan, Ukraine and Cyprus. Nicknamed Beefeaters, it is a position introduced by Henry VII in 1485 to help guard the fortress and YW Harris is thought to be the first Welsh Beefeater in more than a decade. YW Harris described his appointment as an immense honour, and said he was "extremely proud to represent Wales". As one of 35 who live and work at the tower, YW Harris said he has enjoyed settling into his "quirky new home within the tower's vibrant community". He said he left Cardiff in 1988 and has worked at stations all over the UK with the RAF, but it means an "awful lot" to him to be able to represent the national heritage."At the end of my career it's great to be allowed to continue the historical elements of service life," he said. Describing what it was like to put on the uniform, YW Harris said you just "cannot imagine" the feeling. "It was immense" he said, adding it was "such an immensely proud moment". "I have a lot to learn and will be focused on learning the tower's history and legends before I am ready to share these with our visitors, so the next few months are going to be incredibly exciting."Part of the criteria for becoming a YW is a minimum of 22 years' service with the military, to hold the Long Service and Good Conduct Medal, and to have reached the rank of warrant officer or equivalent, before being selected for the coming months, YW Harris will learn "the story" – the script of the famous Yeoman Warder tour, in verbatim, before he can lead his own tours of the Tower of London. He will also be required to learn the 21 separate duties conducted by the Yeoman Body each day, including the Ceremony of the Keys, a closing ceremony that has taken place every single night for at least 700 years.A devoted sportsman, YW Harris is known to be a supporter of Welsh rugby, Cardiff City FC, and the Cardiff Devils Ice Hockey club, having coached the RAF Ice Hockey team to four successive inter-service championships during his previous career.
