‘I hope to be the King of all of your hearts’

Closing a chapter: Besides the seismic political shifts that punctuated His Majesty’s tenure as Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Abdullah is known for His Majesty’s people-oriented approach. Tunku Azizah is equally well-loved by the rakyat as Queen. (Right) Their Majesties are also widely adored for their candid displays of affection for one another. — BernamaBy RAHIMY [e-mail]

KUALA LUMPUR: I may not be the Yang di-Pertuan Agong after January but I hope to be the King of your hearts, declared Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah.

In an interview to mark the conclusion of his five-year reign, the King said he had given his best throughout his five years on the throne to build the country and unite the people.