Kuala Lumpur: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob described the national-level Malaysia Day 2022 celebration as being very lively and a manifestation of the country’s revival after struggling with various challenges in previous years.
He added that the celebration held at the Banda Hilir Independence Proclamation Memorial Square, Melaka was very meaningful and evoked memories of the moment when the first Prime Minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj, proclaimed Independence.
“I am proud of the organisation of the glittering Malaysia Day celebration. Thank you my Keluarga Malaysia (Malaysian Family),” he said in a post on his Facebook page, Saturday.
The Malaysia Day celebration showcased the unique fashion theme of the 50s and 60s, which was chosen to mark the day commemorating the formation of Malaysia.
This is the first time that the celebration, which was attended by over 20,000 people, was held in the peninsula, with Melaka playing host to the glittering event.
Communications and Multimedia Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa said the celebration was an awesome success.
He said the event went well, was festive and managed to successfully interpret the spirit of Keluarga Malaysia (Malaysian Family).
The Main Committee for National Day and Malaysia Day 2022 Celebration Chairman said Melaka’s choice as host was in line with its status as the country’s main tourism state.
“I think tonight’s performance in terms of a celebration was awesome, as it reflected the various races in Sabah, Sarawak and the Peninsular,” he told reporters after the celebrations ended.
He said the theme for the 60s outfits and the ethnic costumes were a hit as visitors enjoyed the spectacle.
