10/08/2025

NATIONAL 6 theSun on Sunday AUG 10, 2025

Passionate patriotism

Johor resident expresses love for country by decking out home and car with 3,000 Jalur Gemilang

Malaysians to support the “1 House 1 Jalur Gemilang” campaign and to show respect for the national flag. “The Jalur Gemilang represents our pride. Don’t fly it torn or upside down, it disrespects the independence we hold dear.” Kandapan added that his decorations are an earnest symbol of his love for Malaysia, a love he hopes to pass on to future generations. “I want my children and grandchildren to remember the peace we have and truly understand the meaning of independence,” he said.

It’s an indescribable feeling.” Kandapan said he believes that every Malaysian expresses their love for the country in their own way. “This is mine. It may seem small to some, but it means a lot to me. While decorating my home and car with flags may cost me, it’s nothing compared with the sacrifices made by those who fought for the country’s independence.” To Kandapan, Malaysia’s true strength lies in its diversity. “Our unity across races, religions and cultures is what makes Malaysia special,” he said, while encouraging

said when met by Bernama at his home in Bandar Seri Alam, Masai. For the father of three, it is more than just decoration – it is a lifelong commitment. “I will continue to fly the Jalur Gemilang until the end of my life. This is my way of showing my love for my beautiful country.” Despite the effort and costs involved, Kandapan gets immense joy in seeing the flags fluttering outside his home and on his ride. “Every time I see the Jalur Gemilang waving, I feel a deep sense of satisfaction and pride.

JOHOR BAHRU: As the nation is gearing up to celebrate Merdeka Day, one Johorean has taken patriotism to extraordinary heights. M. Kandapan, 65, has adorned his home and vehicle with over 3,000 Jalur Gemilang , each one carefully placed as a testament to his unwavering love for the country.

For the past 25 years, he has made it a personal mission to decorate his home during National Month as a way to express gratitude for living in a peaceful, harmonious and independent country. “This year, I replaced all the flags, which I purchased online. With help from my family, I started decorating in July,” he

Tourism Malaysia, Scoot sign pact to boost tourist arrivals

Ű BY JOSEPH PETER newsdesk@thesundaily.com

“This timely deal will allow us to tap into the high regional and global markets serviced by Scoot. “As of May, Malaysia recorded a year-on-year surge of 20.4% in international tourists arrivals. This is a 16.9 million increase in the number of foreign tourists. “Singapore remains top with 8.3 million arrivals, followed by Indonesia, China, Thailand and India,” he said, adding that Malaysia hopes to welcome 43 million international tourists by the year-end. Scoot director of marketing, communications and loyalty Agatha Yap described the partnership with Tourism Malaysia as “very exciting”. “Malaysia is a very important market for us. Scoot operates 115 weekly flights to 11 destinations (comprising) Ipoh, Kota Kinabalu, Kuala Lumpur, Kuantan, Kuching, Langkawi, Malacca, Miri, Penang, Sibu and Subang. On Oct 26, we will start flights to Kota Bharu.” She said Scoot will promote

SINGAPORE: Tourism Malaysia has signed a strategic three-year partnership with Singapore Airline subsidiary, low-cost carrier Scoot to bring in a bigger volume of international tourists to Malaysia in conjunction with Visit Malaysia Year 2026 and beyond. The three-year Memorandum of Collaboration was inked at the Scoot headquarters in Singapore on Thursday between the top management of Scoot and Tourism Malaysia. Tourism Malaysia director general Datuk Manoharan Periasamy said the strategic partnership with Scoot is crucial in efforts to promote Malaysia to wider global audiences. “Scoot has a very extensive network in this region and in the global arena. This collaboration is very crucial for Tourism Malaysia as we prepare for Visit Malaysia Year 2026.

(From left) Chan, Yap, Norliza and Azfar during the signing event at the Scoot headquarters in Singapore.

(Singapore office) Norliza Md Zain and High Commissioner of Malaysia to Singapore Datuk Azfar Mohamad Mustafar.

Also present at the signing event were Scoot chief commercial officer Calvin Chan, director of Tourism Malaysia

Malaysia through co-branded campaigns to attract tourists from China, Australia, Indonesia, Singapore and other markets.

Education matters remain an important component of Malaysian society. Today the landscape is fast paced with new exciting developments in technology such as AI, coding, virtual reality, and cybersecurity, leading the way for changes in curriculum development. To showcase the latest and most updated content, we invite you join us in 2025, and be part of our Education Focus!

Contact us now for special deals on digital, video and print advertising. 03-7784 6688 advertise@thesundaily.com

Malaysian Paper