# Selangor Sultan calls for unity on Malaysia Day

> Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah urges Malaysians to strengthen togetherness and cherish peace as the nation marks its formation.
- Title: Selangor Sultan calls for unity on Malaysia Day · Malay Mail
- Summary: Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah urges Malaysians to strengthen togetherness and cherish peace as the nation marks its formation. Malaysia Day serves as a…
- Keywords: sultan sharafuddin idris shah, selangor, malaysia day, national unity, september 16, tengku permaisuri norashikin, sabah, sarawak, peninsular malaysia, tolerance, mutual respect, news
- Source: Malay Mail — https://malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/09/16/malaysia-day-selangor-sultan-urges-malaysians-to-strengthen-unity-cherish-peace/235382
- Published: 2026-09-16T10:21:27+00:00
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- Topics: sultan sharafuddin idris shah, selangor, malaysia day, national unity, september 16, tengku permaisuri norashikin, sabah, sarawak, peninsular malaysia, tolerance, mutual respect, news
## Sultan calls for stronger unity
Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah urged Malaysians to strengthen unity and appreciate the peace the country enjoys on Malaysia Day.
## Tolerance across all differences
The Sultan called on people to nurture tolerance and mutual respect, regardless of race, religion or culture.
## Safeguarding national well-being
The spirit of togetherness must be upheld to safeguard the country's well-being so Malaysia remains peaceful and prosperous for future generations.
## Remembering Malaysia's formation
The annual September 16 celebration serves as a reminder of the historic formation of Malaysia.
## Symbol of national unity
The Sultan hopes this date will always be remembered as a symbol uniting all people in Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak in one sovereign country.

> His Royal Highness hopes that this meaningful date will always be remembered as a symbol of national unity
## Royal greetings to all
Sultan Sharafuddin and Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin conveyed their Malaysia Day 2026 greetings to all Malaysians.

> Happy Malaysia Day, Malaysia!
## Key takeaway

Malaysia Day serves as a reminder to uphold unity, tolerance and mutual respect across all races, religions and cultures.