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Flying with royal couple always a memorable experience - Pilot
The ACJ320 (Airbus Corporate Jet 320) aircraft carrying the King and Queen arrived at the RMAF air base here at 11.55am.
Tue Jan 30 2024
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Sending-off ceremony was memorable - Agong
"I felt like I was the groom," said Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah.
Tue Jan 30 2024
![Thank you, farewell messages poured in for 16th Agong Thank you, farewell messages poured in for 16th Agong](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/51706595218_TBAGONGjpg.jpg)
Thank you, farewell messages poured in for 16th Agong
Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said he was proud to have served during Al-Sultan Abdullah's reign in developing the country.
Tue Jan 30 2024
![Al-Sultan Abdullah, Tunku Azizah arrive in Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah, Tunku Azizah arrive in Pahang](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/81706583545_Agong.jpg)
Al-Sultan Abdullah, Tunku Azizah arrive in Pahang
Their Majesties were greeted upon arrival by the Regent of Pahang, Tengku Hassanal Ibrahim Alam Shah and royal family members.
Tue Jan 30 2024
![Comprehensive media coverage, showcases uniqueness of country's constitutional monarchy system - Fahmi Comprehensive media coverage, showcases uniqueness of country's constitutional monarchy system - Fahmi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/41706588789_Agong.jpg)
Comprehensive media coverage, showcases uniqueness of country's constitutional monarchy system - Fahmi
Fahmi Fadzil said the coverage helped showcase the uniqueness of ceremonies and the Constitutional Monarchy system practised in the country.
Tue Jan 30 2024
![Al-Sultan Abdullah, Tunku Azizah depart for Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah, Tunku Azizah depart for Pahang](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/71706587952_Agong.jpg)
Al-Sultan Abdullah, Tunku Azizah depart for Pahang
Yang Di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah and Tunku Azizah Aminah have dedicated themselves to rendering exceptional service to the nation.
Tue Jan 30 2024
![Colourful procession awaits Agong for send-off at KLIA Colourful procession awaits Agong for send-off at KLIA](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/61706584867_TBAGONGjpg.jpg)
Colourful procession awaits Agong for send-off at KLIA
The procession was held to revive the glory days of the past Malay Rulers.
Tue Jan 30 2024
![Malaysia Airlines bids farewell to the 16th Yang Di-Pertuan Agong, Raja Permaisuri Agong Malaysia Airlines bids farewell to the 16th Yang Di-Pertuan Agong, Raja Permaisuri Agong](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/81706583784_AgongSultanAbdull.jpg)
Malaysia Airlines bids farewell to the 16th Yang Di-Pertuan Agong, Raja Permaisuri Agong
Al-Sultan Abdullah's reign as the 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong has been marked by wisdom and grace, leaving an indelible legacy of leadership.
Tue Jan 30 2024
![Regal send-off for 16th king at Parliament Square Regal send-off for 16th king at Parliament Square](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/81706578161_Agong.jpg)
Regal send-off for 16th king at Parliament Square
The Royal Standard of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong was lowered, followed by a 21-gun salute by the 41 Battery of the Royal Artillery Regiment.
Tue Jan 30 2024
![Solemn call of 'Azan' accompanies Al-Sultan Abdullah, Tunku Azizah's departure from Istana Negara Solemn call of 'Azan' accompanies Al-Sultan Abdullah, Tunku Azizah's departure from Istana Negara](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/81706576807_Agong.jpg)
Solemn call of 'Azan' accompanies Al-Sultan Abdullah, Tunku Azizah's departure from Istana Negara
Their Majesties proceeded to Parliament Square for the ceremonial send-off in conjunction.
Tue Jan 30 2024
![Agong, Raja Permaisuri extend Thaipusam greetings Agong, Raja Permaisuri extend Thaipusam greetings](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/51706147500_HariThaipusam.jpg)
Agong, Raja Permaisuri extend Thaipusam greetings
Their Majesties hopes the festival would foster the spirit of unity and brotherhood among diverse communities.
Thu Jan 25 2024
![Buletin Diraja: ‘I was extremely nervous, Permaisuri more relaxed’, says Agong Buletin Diraja: ‘I was extremely nervous, Permaisuri more relaxed’, says Agong](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/61705506655_TBBULETINDIRAJA.jpg)
Buletin Diraja: ‘I was extremely nervous, Permaisuri more relaxed’, says Agong
His Majesty said that the experience of reading the news was more difficult than 'berucap' (giving speeches).
Thu Jan 18 2024
![Agong, Raja Permaisuri attend parade of thanks Agong, Raja Permaisuri attend parade of thanks](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/61704681417_TBAgongjpg.jpg)
Agong, Raja Permaisuri attend parade of thanks
The ceremony was held in conjunction with the end of Al-Sultan Abdullah's reign as the 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong on Jan 30.
Mon Jan 08 2024
![Raja Permaisuri heads Selangor Sultan’s 78th birthday honours list Raja Permaisuri heads Selangor Sultan’s 78th birthday honours list](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/61702262494_TBsultanselangor.jpg)
Raja Permaisuri heads Selangor Sultan’s 78th birthday honours list
Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah was conferred the Darjah Kerabat Yang Amat Dihormati (D.K).
Mon Dec 11 2023
![Raja Permaisuri Agong visits General Women's Union in Abu Dhabi Raja Permaisuri Agong visits General Women's Union in Abu Dhabi](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-12/81701592578_Permaisuriagong.jpg)
Raja Permaisuri Agong visits General Women's Union in Abu Dhabi
Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah visited the headquarters of the General Women's Union (GWU) in Abu Dhabi on Saturday, reported Emirates News Agency (WAM).
Sun Dec 03 2023
![Lebanese search for dead in devastated villages as Israel withdraws Lebanese search for dead in devastated villages as Israel withdraws](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739948701_TBYaroun.jpg)
Lebanese search for dead in devastated villages as Israel withdraws
Hezbollah says Israel was still occupying Lebanese territory and put the onus on the Lebanese state to get Israeli forces out.
Thu Feb 20 2025
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China promises Latin America 'trustworthy' ties as Trump lays out demands
Beijing looks to improve its foothold in a region historically under the US sphere of influence.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739935395_tbVladimirPutinDon.jpg)
Major risks loom as Trump upends US Russia policy
Washington's approach changes dramatically with the initial meeting between US and Russian negotiators.
Thu Feb 20 2025
![Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71739950345_PopeFrancis.jpg)
Pope Francis has double pneumonia, complicating his treatment, Vatican says
Doctors say a polymicrobial infection occurs when two or more micro-organisms are involved and can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
Thu Feb 20 2025
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Philippines' VP Duterte challenges impeachment before Supreme Court
Sara Duterte makes her first legal move to fight the case that could lead to her removal and lead to a lifetime ban from public office.
Wed Feb 19 2025
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Motor racing - Hamilton steps out in red at unprecedented 10 team F1 launch
I feel so full of life, so much energy, because everything's new and I'm just focused on what is up ahead, Hamilton says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739962942_SheikhMohamedbinZ.jpg)
UAE tells US' Rubio it rejects displacement of Palestinians
The UAE's stance matters as its one of four Arab nations that normalised ties with Israel during Trumps first term.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51739940935_TBTaylorSwift.jpg)
Taylor Swift wins recording artist of the year crown for fifth time
The megastar's "The Tortured Poets Department" record also topped four IFPI charts, the IFPI says.
Wed Feb 19 2025
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More than $50 billion needed to rebuild Gaza, World Bank joint assessment says
Years of rebuilding work, including clearing unexploded ordinance and millions of tonnes of rubble lie ahead.
Wed Feb 19 2025
![Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81739939398_TBLiewChinTong.jpg)
Malaysia’s AI data centre development to be impacted by recent US restrictions - Liew
Liew Chin Tong says the restrictions would not affect the development of the domestic data centre ecosystem as a whole.
Wed Feb 19 2025