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17th YDPA

Despite modernity, Sultan Ibrahim’s installation upholds Malay Sultanate traditions

As 700 guests convene at Istana Negara for the installation of the 17th YDPA, they also bear witness to unique and cultural elements practised for decades

14 roads closed for Sultan Ibrahim’s installation ceremony to reopen in stages

They were closed this morning from 8am and reopened after event ends, process to repeat around 8pm for Royal Banquet

[UPDATED] A historic occasion: Malaysia to witness installation of Sultan Ibrahim as 17th YDPA today

Grand event set at Istana Negara’s Balairung Seni will see Agong in royal regalia as His Majesty officially takes the throne, accompanied by Nobat Diraja Perak which invokes nostalgia

Another side of Sultan Ibrahim, Malaysia’s 17th YDPA

From having a train licence to carrying out parachute jumps, His Majesty also has a multifaceted persona and unwavering commitment to his people

Queen Raja Zarith Sofiah recalls tragic memories from father’s demise 40 years ago

While January 31, 2024, marks the beginning of a new chapter for His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar who took the oath as the 17th King of Malaysia yesterday,  the date also brings sad memories to Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia. 

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