The investiture ceremony for the 84th birthday celebration of Yang di-Pertua Negeri Tun Ramli Ngah Talib officially begins on Saturday (July 26).
This is Ramli's first investiture ceremony since taking office as the ninth Penang Governor.
Ramli arrived at Dewan Sri Pinang at around 8.45 a.m., accompanied by his wife, Toh Puan Datuk Raja Noora Ashikin Raja Abdullah.
The ceremony commenced with the national and state anthems.
Ramli then inspected the guard of honour, mounted by the Second Battalion of the Malay Regiment, comprising three officers and 103 soldiers led by Major Mohammad Firdaus Zulkifli, alongside a 17-gun salute.
The ceremony began at about 9.30 a.m.
This year, 1,530 individuals will receive state awards, medals, and honours.
A total of 150 individuals will be awarded state honours, while 1,380 will receive the Stars and Medals of Honour in recognition of their service and contribution.
Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz heads the list, receiving the Darjah Panglima Pangkuan Negeri (DPPN), which carries the Datuk Seri title.
A total of 280 recipients will receive their state awards, Stars, and Medals of Honour on Saturday (July 26).
The ceremony begins on Saturday (July 26) and will resume on Monday to Wednesday next week.
