Selangor: The Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, together with Tengku Permaisuri of Selangor, Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin, has extended Chinese New Year greetings to all those celebrating the occasion. In a message shared on the Selangor Royal Office Facebook page, Sultan Sharafuddin emphasized the importance of using celebrations to foster goodwill and mutual respect among diverse communities.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Sultan Sharafuddin highlighted the significance of unity that has been established over the years, cautioning against divisive rhetoric. He reminded the citizens that the nation belongs to everyone and credited the current state of harmony to the tolerance and wisdom of previous generations.

Sultan Sharafuddin expressed his hope that people would continue to uphold harmony by practicing moderation, mutual respect, and solidarity as guiding principles. He further noted that celebrations like the Chinese New Year are not just traditional festivities but also a reflection of the rich cultural heritage that defines Malaysia's identity on the global stage.

His Royal Highness urged everyone to respect the religious and cultural celebrations of other communities, just as they would wish their own to be respected. He concluded his message by hoping that the Chinese New Year would bring renewed hope, strengthen unity, and deepen bonds of affection among all.