Malbatt 850-12 hosts Gawai, Kaamatan celebration in Lebanon, promotes cultural diplomacy


KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Battalion (Malbatt) 850-12 held a Gawai and Kaamatan celebration at Camp Tibnin, Lebanon, on Sunday (June 1) to mark the major festive occasions observed by communities in Sabah and Sarawak.

In a statement, Malbatt 850-12 said the event, rich in cultural traditions, also offered an avenue for cultural diplomacy, showcasing Malaysia's heritage to the international community under the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) mission.

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