KUALA LUMPUR: On Jan 10 this year, Malaysia's new landmark, the Merdeka 118 Tower, held its opening ceremony in the capital. The tower sets a new record for the tallest building in Southeast Asia and is the second tallest building in the world.
"Merdeka" means "independence" in Malay. The new landmark is considered a symbol of the "great moment" when Malaysia declared its independence, reflecting Malaysia's prosperity in various fields and embodying the spirit of unity and progress within its multicultural society.
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