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Independence Day (Malay: Hari Merdeka), also known as National Day (Hari Kebangsaan), is the independence day of the Federation of Malaya from the British Empire. [1] [2] It commemorates the Malayan Declaration of Independence of 31 August 1957, and is defined in article 160 of the Constitution of Malaysia . [3]
17 Jul 2019 · Hari Merdeka, Malaysia's Independence Day, is celebrated every year on August 31. It's definitely a colorful, festive time to be in Kuala Lumpur or traveling anywhere in Malaysia ! The Federation of Malaya (predecessor to Malaysia) gained independence from Britain in 1957.
Malaysia Independence Day, also known as National Day or ‘Hari Merdeka’ in Malay is observed on August 31 and commemorates the Malayan Declaration of Independence of 31 August 1957. It is defined in Article 160 of the Constitution of Malaysia as the official independence day when it gained its freedom from the British colonial administration.
The Independence Day or National Day of Malaysia was attributed to the efforts led by Tunku Abdul Rahman, who became Malaysia’s First Prime Minister. On the midnight of August 31, 1957, Tunku Abdul Rahman addressed the nation and declared it independent of British rule.
31 Ogo 2022 · August 31, 1957 was a very historic day for Malaysia. On that day, Malaysia finally got its independence after being colonized by the British for a long time. Independence Day also known as “Hari Kebangsaan” or National Day.
16 Ogo 2018 · Merdeka Day, also known as Malaysia’s independence day, is celebrated on August 31st. Malaysia Day commemorates the formation of Malaysia that includes Sabah and Sarawak. Since the new federation was signed on 16 September 1963, the locals also celebrate Malaysia Day that falls on the same day.
31 Ogo 2021 · KUALA LUMPUR (XINHUA) - Malaysia marked the 64th anniversary of its independence on Tuesday (Aug 31), with a scaled-back celebration due to the ongoing Covid-19 situation in the country.
16 Nov 2020 · Today, Malaysians celebrate Independence Day with the Merdeka parade, fireworks, and patriotic songs. A logo and theme; usually a slogan that promotes ethnic unity and cultural diversity are assigned each year.
Malaysia Day commemorates the formation of Malaysia in 1963, when the four entities of North Borneo, Sarawak, Singapore and Malaya federated to form Malaysia. Some, especially people from East Malaysia , argue that it is illogical to celebrate 31 August 1957 as Malaysia's national day when Malaysia was only established in 1963. [4]
31 Ogo 2016 · 31 August is celebrated each year in Malaysia as Hari Merdeka, ‘Independence Day’. It marks the momentous occasion that took place on 31 August 1957, when at a great ceremony at the national stadium in Kuala Lumpur, Tunku Abdul Rahman proclaimed the independence of the Federation of Malaya, after a...
