Kuala Lumpur: Sultan of Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah and Tengku Ampuan of Pahang Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah have extended their heartfelt greetings to the people of Sabah and Sarawak in conjunction with the Gawai Dayak and Kaamatan Festival celebrations. In a post on the Kesultanan Pahang Facebook page, Their Royal Highnesses highlighted the significance of these festivals as symbols of cultural heritage and gratitude for a bountiful harvest.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Their Royal Highnesses emphasized that the Kaamatan Festival and Gawai Dayak are reflective of the high value placed on unity and harmony among the communities in Malaysia. The statement from Their Royal Highnesses also underscored the importance of these festivals in preserving and upholding ancestral customs and traditions, which are integral to the nation’s heritage.

Their message conveyed the spirit of cooperation, unity, and mutual respect that is evident during the celebrations, suggesting that these values should serve as an example for strengthening national unity and harmony across Malaysia. Furthermore, Their Royal Highnesses expressed hopes for this year’s celebrations to be filled with joy, while maintaining values of moderation and safety. They ended their message by praying for continued peace, prosperity, and well-being for the nation.