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Sultan Mizan's brother dies; Terengganu observes three-day mourning period
Terengganu has declared a three-day period of mourning following the death of the younger brother of Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin. The state has announced measures to honor the memory of the late royal family member.
LSN Malaysia ·
KUALA TERENGGANU — The Terengganu state government has declared a three-day mourning period following the passing of the younger brother of Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin, the Sultan of Terengganu.
The death marks a significant moment for the royal household, with the state administration implementing customary protocols to acknowledge the loss within the ruling family. Government offices and state institutions have adjusted their operations in accordance with the mourning declaration.
Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin has served as the Sultan of Terengganu since 2002 and is also the current Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Malaysia's constitutional monarch, a position he has held since 2006.
The three-day mourning period reflects the respect accorded to members of the royal family and provides time for the state to pay tribute to the deceased. During this period, various state functions and activities have been adjusted or suspended as a mark of respect.
Further details regarding funeral arrangements and memorial ceremonies are expected to be announced by the palace in due course.