Malaysians have high hopes for new King

Cherished memory: Chiang showing a photo of him and his wife Lee Siew Ching, 37, with Sultan Ibrahim at a restaurant in Perth in 2015. — KT GOH/The Star

GEORGE TOWN: Malaysians are hopeful that more inclusiveness and greater unity will be fostered during the reign of His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia.

Chiang Kee Chuan, 43, who had the privilege of meeting Sultan Ibrahim in 2015 at a restaurant in Perth, Australia, said he was impressed by His Majesty’s humility and genuine concern for the welfare of the people.