Sarawak to hold grand celebration to mark 60 years of independence within Malaysia

State Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah showing the logo of Sarawak’s celebration of 60 years of independence within Malaysia. - ZULAZHAR SHEBLEE/The Star

KUCHING: Sarawak will celebrate 60 years of independence within Malaysia with a grand line-up of events this year.

State Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah said the celebration, themed "Sarawak Maju Makmur" (Sarawak Advanced and Prosperous), would instill pride in Sarawakians besides strengthening unity, mutual respect and tolerance.