Lat conferred Seniman Diraja title

It’s an honour: Lat is recognised for his role and immense contribution in introducing Malaysia to the international stage and making the country famous. — Bernama

KUALA KANGSAR: Sultan of Perak Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah conferred the title of Seniman Diraja (Royal Artist) on the country’s famous cartoonist Datuk Mohd Nor Khalid, better known as Lat.

Sultan Nazrin bestowed the honour on Lat, 72, at the investiture ceremony for Perak state awards and medal recipients in conjunction with the 67th birthday celebration of His Royal Highness at Balairong Seri Istana Iskandariah here.