KUCHING: The state-level National Day and Jalur Gemilang celebration will be launched next Thursday (Aug 3) at the Sarawak Police Contingent Headquarters (IPK) in Jalan Badruddin here.
The event is held in conjunction with the National Day and Malaysia Day (HKHM) and carries the theme “Tekad Perpaduan, Penuhi Harapan” (Determination in Unity, Fulfilling Hopes).
The launch is a continuation of the nationwide do that was inaugurated by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof in Ipoh, Perak, on July 16.
According to a press release, this year’s celebration promises a grand spectacle involving various community entries, including uniformed bodies and other participants.
The ceremony is jointly organised by the Sarawak Communications Department (JaPen), along with strategic partners such as the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) and Bintulu Port Holding Berhad.
The programme for the celebration includes captivating performances from the PDRM, Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) and the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba).
There will also be a lively flashmob performance by Sarawak JaPen, the Sarawak Arts and Culture Department, and Polytechnic Kuching.
The official inauguration will be conducted by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. The event will also mark the commencement of the Jalur Gemilang Convoy Flag Off (KKMJG), which will begin from Sarawak IPK and traverse the main divisions of the state before heading to the Brunei border and concluding in Sipitang, Sabah.
The public are invited to participate in the celebration and showcase their patriotism by sharing pictures related to the event’s activities on their respective social media platforms using the hashtags #HKHM2023 and #TekadPerpaduanPenuhiHarapan.
