The diplomatic corps in Malaysia conveyed their congratulations and well wishes to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah on his official birthday celebration today.

Speaking on behalf of the diplomatic corps in Malaysia at the investiture ceremony for federal awards and honours at the Istana Negara, ambassador Qaley Allahverdiyev said Azerbaijan has witnessed the government's strong commitment to enhancing the country's position.

"As privileged observers of the political and social events in Malaysia, we have noted with pleasure that Malaysia continues to play an important role not only in the region, but also on the international scene.

"And it is apparent that shared prosperity of the people is the basis of the commitment of Your Majesty’s government in designing programmes and policies to make Malaysia a prosperous, dignified and independent nation," said Allahverdiyev, who is the head of the diplomatic corps.

The investiture ceremony is the first after Sultan Abdullah was installed the 16th Yang di-Pertuan Agong on July 30.

Allahverdiyev said last year’s successful general election and exemplary peaceful transition of power in the country demonstrated the Malaysian people’s strong will for democracy.

“As Malaysia celebrates its 62nd Independence Day, the country can reflect upon six decades of peace and progress since the declaration of independence in 1957,” he added.

- Bernama

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