KUALA LUMPUR: King Charles III of the United Kingdom (UK) and Queen Camilla conveyed their heartfelt congratulations to His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia, and the people of Malaysia on the auspicious occasion of the country's 68th National Day on Sunday (Aug 31).
In a message released by the British High Commission in Malaysia, King Charles expressed his appreciation for the strong ties and special friendship shared between the UK and Malaysia.
"I also am certain that our Commonwealth of nations will continue to draw on its remarkable diversity and the invaluable connections it fosters.
"Those connections will, I am sure, continue to be nurtured for the benefit of all Commonwealth citizens, now and in the future," King Charles said.
King Charles also welcomed the ongoing commitment of both the UK and Malaysian governments to work on shared priorities, including growth, security, innovation and education.
"I admire deeply Malaysia's natural beauty as one of the most biodiverse countries in the world, your efforts to preserve this for future generations and your role as an international champion for inclusive and sustainable development, including as this year's Chair of Asean.
"My wife and I extend our warmest good wishes to you and to the people of Malaysia for the year ahead," King Charles said. – Bernama
