King not conferring awards on official birthday this year

Royal inspection: Sultan Muhammad V inspecting a guard of honour mounted by the 1st Battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment led by Mejar Azlan Shah Baharom in conjunction with his official birthday celebration at Istana Negara in Kuala Lumpur. — Bernama

KUALA LUMPUR: In an unprecedented move, the King will not be conferring any titles during the Yang di-Pertuan Agong’s official birthday celebration on Sept 9, according to royal sources.

It is understood that Sultan Muhammad V has made this move – the first time he has done so – known to the Prime Minister’s Office and to his fellow Sultans.