SIBU: Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah is slated to perform a song at a community dinner at MUC Hall in Sibu on Sept 11, accompanied by Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.
During the event, His Majesty is set to deliver a song, though the title remains undisclosed, as revealed by Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee, the Deputy Education, Innovation, and Talent Development Minister. Dr Annuar made this announcement to reporters following his presence at the Sibu district and divisional level of Tilawah Al-Quran on Friday night.
Also performing at the event will be Imran Azim Iskandar, a Form 5 student of SMK Bukit Assek, who secured the World Championship of Performing Arts award in the classical category in the US.
Dr Annuar also expressed that traditional performances from the Iban and Melanau communities will be showcased during the event. In terms of food, local favourites such as ‘Terung Asam’ soup and ‘Ikan Lumek’ soup will be served.
Regarding the preparations to welcome His Majesty and entourage to Sibu, Dr Annuar, who is also the Nangka assemblyman, stated that everything has been proceeding smoothly. Furthermore, he urged the Sibu community to show their unwavering loyalty by giving a warm reception to His Majesty and entourage along the roads as they pass.
Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah and Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah are currently on their first-ever “Kembara Kenali Borneo” tour, aiming to acquaint themselves with Malaysians residing in Sabah and Sarawak.
The tour commenced on Sept 3 and will conclude on Sept 13. Spanning a distance of 2,154km via the Pan Borneo Highway, which connects Sabah, Sarawak, and Brunei, the journey began in Tawau, Sabah and will culminate in Telok Melano, Sarawak.
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