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Malaysia celebrates 69th National Day

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Malaysia celebrated its 69th National Day under the theme ‘Malaysia MADANI: Kesejahteraan Dinikmati’ (Prosperity Enjoyed) with widespread festivities. The primary event at Dataran Putrajaya drew over 100,000 attendees, exceeding the initial target of 80,000. The ceremony was attended by Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim, Raja Permaisuri Agong Raja Zarith Sofiah, and Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The parade featured 76 contingents, 22 marching bands, 11 decorated vehicles, and aerial displays from the Royal Malaysian Air Force using Sukhoi SU-30MKM and Hawk ~~aircraft, including a flight led by the RMAF Chief.~~ aircraft. Regional celebrations saw significant turnout across various states. In Perak, approximately 50,000 people gathered in Ipoh for a parade led by Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah, while Sabah saw 50,000 participants in Kota Kinabalu, featuring parades of antique and modern vehicles. Melaka hosted 75,000 attendees in Klebang, ~~with the state government offering free entry to Menara Taming Sari.~~ and Penang recorded 25,000 participants at Padang Kota ~~Lama, though visibility was impacted by hazy conditions.~~ Lama. In Kelantan, crowds gathered at the Sultan Muhammad IV Stadium for evening festivities involving religious ~~programs, fireworks,~~ programs and ~~patriotic performances.~~ fireworks. Other activities included a Merdeka Eve concert in ~~Asajaya,~~ Sarawak, a community festival on Pulau Tuba, ~~Langkawi, a drone show at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS),~~ and a palm oil-themed run in Johor. To accommodate crowds, authorities provided 15,000 parking spaces and free shuttle bus services. While most celebrations proceeded smoothly, a minor incident was reported in Terengganu where a three-year-old boy’s leg was caught by a tire of a vehicle towing a fireboat; medical examinations confirmed no broken bones or internal injuries. During the festivities, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim highlighted several government initiatives intended to address public needs, such as school maintenance, fuel subsidies, and digital health investments. While the celebrations were largely successful, social media discussions emerged regarding crowd management and public etiquette at major venues.

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