Flags flying proudly in show of love for nation

True patriots: The Jalur Gemilang and Penang state flags being displayed on the boats of a group of fishermen in Kuala Juru, Penang. — LIM BENG TATT/The Star

GEORGE TOWN: Although National Day is still two weeks away, the Merdeka spirit is already in the air with the red, blue, white and yellow of the Jalur Gemilang clearly visible at shops, hotels, stalls, cars and even on fishing boats.

A group of fishermen in Kuala Juru put up the Jalur Gemilang and Penang state flags on their boats as an act of patriotism.