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Sultan Nazrin Shah of Perak officiated the newly completed Masjid Imam As Syafie in Ipoh during the state's National Day observance, leading prayers attended by over 1,000 worshippers and state officials.
Sultan Nazrin Shah led Perak's Warriors' Day 2026 celebration in Ipoh, attending a full-day programme that included military parades and the official opening of a newly completed mosque facility.
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong hosted Malaysia's Deputy Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Nazrin Shah for discussions on strengthening bilateral ties and ASEAN cooperation, underlining the deep historical bonds between the two neighbours.
Sultan Nazrin Shah has urged the establishment of common waqf governance principles adoptable worldwide, emphasizing digital transparency and regional collaboration to unlock underutilised Islamic endowment assets across Southeast Asia.
Sultan Nazrin Shah presented scout decorations and medals to 239 recipients in Perak, as the national scouting movement enters a modernisation phase with Kuala Lumpur hosting the World Scout Bureau.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Ministry will strengthen institutional governance based on integrity, accountability and inclusive development, reflecting Sultan Nazrin Shah's vision for Muslim nations.
Sultan Nazrin Shah has argued that a nation's true security depends on social cohesion and inclusive governance rather than military strength alone. Speaking at an Islamic thought conference, he warned against exploiting religious sentiment for political gain.