Starchild: The unique friendships of Malaysian kids

Gian Zhe Cheng, 9

The International Day of Friendship is celebrated on July 30. Declared by the United Nations in 2011, it signifies how friendships between people, cultures and nations can promote peace and unity.

Bethany Wang Qi Syuen, 10

Do you have a best friend or several best friends? A close friend is someone we can laugh with, share secrets with, and count on when we need help.