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  "id": 3129568,
  "title": "Anwar to deliver National Day address on Aug 30",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/anwar-to-deliver-national-day-address-on-aug-30",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-24T22:40:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/08/1518221/anwar-deliver-national-day-address-aug-30"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, the Prime Minister, will give the 2026 National Day Amanat Perdana speech at Dataran Merdeka in Kuala Lumpur on August 30. The event, organized by the National Unity Ministry, seeks to express the goals of the Madani government and promote patriotism and national unity. The festivities commence at 5pm, with attractions including the Merdeka Eve Animation Concert, the World Festival of Lights, the Gema Perpaduan Malaysia Madani cultural display, a special musical performance, and guest appearances by local performers. National Unity Minister, Aaron Ago Dagang, emphasized the importance of national cohesion in Malaysia, a country known for its religious, cultural, linguistic diversity, and various customs and traditions. He stated that fostering an attitude of understanding, respect, acceptance, and celebration is crucial to maintain the nation's strength in unity, which drives progress in harmony and prosperity. The address will be broadcast live on TV1 and the RTMKlik application at 9:30pm. Additionally, the 69th National Day parade, themed \"Malaysia Madani: Kesejahteraan Dinikmati,\" will take place at Dataran Putrajaya on August 31, with an expected attendance of over 80,000 people.",
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