Flashback: New King to take oath of office on Jan 31


Royal residence: The exterior of Istana Negara in Kuala Lumpur, where the next Yang di-Pertuan Agong will reside after being sworn in. — Bernama

PETALING JAYA: The next Yang di-Pertuan Agong will take his oath of office on Jan 31, which will enable him to carry out his duties, according to the Keeper of the Rul­ers’ Seal.

Tan Sri Syed Danial Syed Ahmad said after taking the oath, the 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong could begin his responsibilities as the King.

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