LABUAN: The Federal Territories Flag Raising Campaign, which runs from Jan 17 to Feb 28, is expected to strengthen patriotic spirit and foster greater community participation among Labuan residents, says Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Lo Su Fui.
He said the campaign provides an opportunity for all segments of society to enliven the celebration of Federal Territory Day by displaying the Federal Territories flag across the island, including in the town centre, villages, public parks, government residential quarters, and the ferry terminal.
“The raising of the Federal Territories flag at strategic locations is aimed at nurturing a stronger sense of patriotism and pride among the people of Labuan as part of the Federal Territories family,” he said at the campaign launch held at the Labuan International Sea Sports Complex here yesterday.
The campaign also marks the official kick-off of the Federal Territory Day Celebration 2026, commemorated annually on Feb 1 to mark the declaration of Kuala Lumpur, Labuan, and Putrajaya as Federal Territories, Bernama reported.
Lo said a total of 12,500 Federal Territories flags of various sizes had been distributed by Labuan Corporation, including to 27 villages across the island.
He added that the positive response from the community demonstrates that the celebration of Federal Territory Day is inclusive and people-centric, while serving as a curtain-raiser for a series of programmes planned throughout 2026.
Lo also called on the public to support the Federal Territories Lighting initiative from Jan 26 to Feb 28, which will see commercial buildings, particularly in the town centre, illuminated to enhance urban vibrancy and attract visitors.
He said the initiative would further enliven Federal Territory Day celebrations, support the Visit Malaysia 2026 campaign, and help strengthen Labuan’s image as an international tourism destination.
