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Step up early flood prevention efforts, Pahang ruler tells agencies

Al-Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah says they must also ensure flood mitigation projects currently being implemented in stages proceed smoothly.

Step up early flood prevention efforts, Pahang ruler tells agencies

The Sultan of Pahang, Al-Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah, has called for heightened early flood prevention measures in the state. In a Facebook post, the sultan urged the government and relevant agencies to prioritize cleaning and deepening drains and ditches, particularly in flood-prone regions. His Royal Highness further emphasized that ongoing flood mitigation projects should proceed smoothly and on schedule.

The sultan's decree was announced during an instruments of appointment and oaths of office ceremony at the Balai Mahkota, Istana Abdulaziz, in Kuantan. In addition to flood prevention, Al-Sultan Abdullah also addressed the issue of illegal land encroachment, encouraging the state government and agencies to monitor the situation and take appropriate, firm, and prudent action. The sultan expressed satisfaction that court cases involving illegal land encroachment seem to be favoring the Pahang state government.

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