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Malaysia moves National Day ceremony indoors due to haze concerns
The Amanat Perdana Council ceremony for Malaysia's National Day has been relocated from its traditional outdoor venue to an indoor facility due to current air quality conditions. The relocation aims to ensure the safety, health and comfort of attendees.
LSN Malaysia ·
The Majlis Amanat Perdana National Day ceremony, originally scheduled for Sunday at Merdeka Square in Kuala Lumpur, will now be held at the Putra Jaya Convention Centre (PICC) due to haze conditions affecting the country.
Authorities made the decision to move the high-profile state event indoors to mitigate risks posed by poor air quality, according to a statement released by organisers. The shift comes as Malaysia continues to monitor air pollution levels across the nation.
"The relocation has been made taking into account current developments, particularly to ensure the safety, health and comfort of guests and members of the public," officials said in a brief announcement.
The National Day ceremony is a significant annual event that typically draws government officials, dignitaries and members of the public. The move to PICC, a fully air-conditioned venue, allows the event to proceed while protecting attendees from air quality hazards associated with regional haze.
No other details regarding modifications to the ceremony programme were disclosed at the time of the announcement.