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Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah stressed the Jalur Gemilang symbolizes national unity belonging to all Malaysians regardless of ethnicity or faith, calling for deeper commitment to harmony beyond ceremonial flag-raising.
Malaysia has distributed 62,386 Jalur Gemilang flags across the Federal Territories since early August ahead of National Day and Malaysia Day 2026 celebrations, with authorities emphasizing correct flag display protocols.
Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil has observed increasing public awareness of the Jalur Gemilang's specifications, with Malaysians now actively verifying the flag's stripe count and colour arrangement, signalling heightened national pride.
Perlis is ramping up its 1 House 1 Jalur Gemilang campaign to encourage residents to display the national flag at homes and workplaces, mobilising 45 MADANI Communities across the state.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has revived the Jalur Gemilang raising ceremony after two years, launching the 2026 National Month campaign in Ipoh with the unveiling of an official theme song by Faizal Tahir.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim will officiate the 2026 National Month and Fly the Jalur Gemilang Campaign on July 19 in Ipoh, with around 3,000 attendees expected at the Sultan Azlan Shah Institute of Health Training.