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The ceremony of parading the flag symbolizing ATM’s loyalty to the king and country

KUALA LUMPUR, June 3 -- The Parade of the Banners of His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong is a manifestation of the Malaysian Armed Forces' (ATM) unwavering loyalty to the king and country, as well as a symbol of the highest respect for military history and tradition. Commander of the 12th Malaysian Infantry Brigade, Brigadier General Mahamad Fazli Mat Idris, said the pennant is a symbol of sovereignty in the ATM service which is always preserved by every member because it symbolizes the dignity, honour and identity of a team. "This ceremony is one of the most important military events in the ATM and is usually held three times throughout the five-year reign of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, namely in the first, third and last years of His Majesty's reign." "These banners have a long history and have long been considered the highest symbol that must be defended under any circumstances, which is why every member involved in the ceremony of marching or guarding the banners will have their own spirit and pride," he said. He said this when he was a guest on the Focus 30 programme titled "Getting to Know the ATM Flags: Symbols of Honour and National Military Traditions" published by Bernama Radio, here today. Mahamad Fazli said that this year, the ceremony was held in conjunction with the third year of the reign of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim after the first time it was held in 2024 and was scheduled again in 2008, which was the last year of His Majesty's reign. He said the ceremony, which will be held at Dataran Pahlawan Negara, Putrajaya on June 5, will see five banners of His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong paraded by a combined contingent from the Malaysian Army (TDM), Royal Malaysian Navy (TLDM) and Royal Malaysian Air Force (TUDM). "This ceremony involved 41 officers and 635 members of other ranks in the parade, while the total number involved, including administrative and support matters, was 148 officers and 1,192 members of other ranks." "The banners awarded by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong to the ATM regiments, corps and services are not just a recognition of the team's outstanding services, but are also a historical record of sacrifice through the 'Battle Honours' or combat honours that are inscribed on them," he said. Mahamad Fazli said the ATM banners could be a medium that brought the community closer to the history, sacrifices and role of the ATM in defending the country, in line with the defense approach that involves the entire government and society. In this regard, he encouraged the public to watch the live broadcast of the ceremony via the RTM channel on June 5 to understand the meaning and significance of the ceremony as a symbol of unity, sovereignty, peace and the close relationship between the Royal Institution, the ATM and the people. -- BERNAMA

KUALA LUMPUR, June 3 — The Parade of the Banners of His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong is a manifestation of the Malaysian Armed Forces’ (ATM) unwavering loyalty to the king and country, as well as a symbol of the highest respect for military history and tradition. Commander of the 12th Malaysian Infantry Brigade, Brigadier […]

Malaysian Army Eases Recruitment Requirements For New Intakes

PORT DICKSON, May 18– The Malaysian Army (TDM) has introduced improvements to its recruitment requirements for young soldiers to provide wider opportunities for the public to join military service. Army chief General Datuk Azhan Md Othman said the improvements include raising the entry age limit from 25 to 30, as well as allowing applicants who […]