Pahang: The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, alongside the Tengku Ampuan of Pahang, Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah, has conveyed National Journalists' Day (HAWANA) 2026 greetings to media practitioners and journalists across the nation.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the royal couple expressed their appreciation through a post on the Kesultanan Pahang Facebook page. They acknowledged the dedication and sacrifices of journalists in delivering accurate, credible, and trustworthy information to the public.

Their Royal Highnesses emphasized the media's role as a crucial platform for strengthening unity, fostering patriotism, and bridging the gap between the government and the people. The post highlighted the hope that media practitioners would continue to uphold ethical, professional, and responsible journalism, adapting to technological advancements and the evolving challenges of today's communications landscape.

In their message, the royal couple also prayed for the well-being and safety of all journalists and media practitioners, encouraging them to excel in their responsibilities to religion, nation, and country.