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If you’ve heard that 31st January would be a public, don’t get too excited just yet!
Today, a viral message claiming that there will be a public holiday in conjunction with the swearing-in of the new Yang Di-Pertuan Agong, made its way around. This, unfortunately, is ‘fake news.’
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The government has denied rumours that 31st January will be declared a public holiday, in conjunction with the taking of the oath of office by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.
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According to The Star, the only person who can announce a public holiday for the country is the Chief Secretary to the Government, Datuk Seri Dr. Ismail Bakar. As of now, there has yet to be an official announcement.
However, a special meeting to choose the 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong will be held by the Malay Rulers on January 24th, and they will reconvene again on January 31st to decide on the date for the oath-taking ceremony.
Sorry guys, no holiday on the 31st, but at least Chinese New Year’s around the corner, right?
Info via The Star
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