Malaysia celebrates 66th anniversary of independence

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Malaysia celebrates 66th anniversary of independence

STORY: Malaysia celebrates 66th anniversary of independence DATELINE: Sept. 1, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:08 LOCATION: Kuala Lumpur CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. various of parades STORYLINE: Malaysia celebrated the 66th anniversary of its independence with parades, fireworks and large-scale gatherings on Thursday under the theme of unifying ties between its diverse groups. Shortly after midnight Wednesday, thousands of Malaysians marked the occasion through the singing of patriotic songs and other activities, with the festivities culminating in a parade overseen by King Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah at the administration center of Putrajaya on Thursday morning. The Malaysian monarch was joined by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, members of the cabinet and other officials, with thousands of military and civilian personnel participating in the parade besides dancers and other performers. In a message to the people, Sultan Abdullah reminded Malaysians that unity is key to harmony, and well-being of the people

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