Tag - Sultan Ibrahim

Respect the King’s wishes, urges Lee Lam Thye on socks issue

KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia's call for all parties to stop exploiting the controversial socks issue should be respected and heeded, says Malaysian Unity Foundation trustee Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye. He said it was time to put the socks issue to rest and leave the matter to the authorities. "Any attempt to...

Muslims in Malaysia to begin Ramadan fast on Tuesday, March 12

KUALA LUMPUR: Muslims in Malaysia will begin the Ramadan dawn-to-dusk fast on Tuesday (March 12), says the Keeper of the Rulers' Seal. Tan Sri Syed Danial Syed Ahmad said the date was set by the order of His Majesty, Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia after being consented to by the Rulers. The announcement was broadcast live on...

King gifts Proton X90 to IGP, senior Istana Negara officers

KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, has graciously presented Proton X90 SUVs to Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain and senior officials of Istana Negara in recognition of their outstanding contributions and service. The senior Istana Negara officials who received the gift were Grand Chamberlain of Istana Negara Datuk Azuan Effendy Zairakithnaini...

Speaker will take stern action against any misbehaviour, King warns MPs

PETALING JAYA: Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul has the full authority to take stern action against MPs who misbehave while in the august House, says His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia. "I have given the green light to the Speaker to take action against those who cross the line, which includes suspending MPs...

A royal teatime with His Majesty

PETALING JAYA: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, and Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim took a break from their busy schedules for pastries and tea in the city. In a post by His Majesty on Facebook, the King granted an audience to Anwar at Istana Negara before going for tea at a mall in...

Sultan Ibrahim enjoys afternoon tea with Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia on Tuesday spent some time enjoying afternoon tea in the city with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. According to His Majesty’s post on Facebook, the afternoon tea followed an audience granted to Anwar at Istana Negara earlier. His Majesty, personally drove the Prime Minister from Istana Negara...

King, Queen extend Chinese New Year greetings

KUALA LUMPUR: His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim and Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, the King and Queen of Malaysia, extended their warmest Happy Chinese New Year greetings to Malaysians celebrating this auspicious occasion. In a post on Sultan Ibrahim's official Facebook account, Their Majesties also expressed hope that the festivities of Chinese New Year will further bolster...

Sultan Ibrahim’s resolute nature a catalyst for unity

ISKANDAR PUTERI: The leadership of His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, the King of Malaysia, renowned for his firm and courageous demeanour, could be a significant catalyst in strengthening the unity of the people. Johor Heath and Unity Committee chairman Ling Tian Soon expressed his confidence that His Majesty, as the Supreme Head of State, could be a...

Opposition leaders convey congratulations to Sultan Ibrahim, pledge loyalty to the King

PETALING JAYA: Opposition leaders have conveyed their congratulations to newly appointed Yang di-Pertuan Agong His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim King of Malaysia and Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofia Queen of Malaysia. Opposition leader and Perikatan Nasional secretary-general Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin congratulated the Royal Couple and pledged loyalty to Their Majesties. “All Perikatan MPs and myself have full...

Anwar: Proposals can be discussed, but Constitution must not be ignored

KUALA LUMPUR: Every view and proposal can be discussed but the Federal Constitution, system of parliamentary democracy and principle of constitutional monarchy must not be ignored, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (pic). Anwar said this included Sultan of Johor Sultan Ibrahim Almarhum Sultan Iskandar's suggestion that more responsibilities be given to the Yang di-Pertuan...