Hello and assalamualaikum again ! Dear Malaysians ..
31 August 1957 marks the day as that the Federation of Malaya gained its Independence from British colonization , forming what we know of today as MALAYSIA . This day is also known as Hari Merdeka in the Malay language and that is why the celebration of Independence Day is incomplete without the seven shouts of "MERDEKA!" . This gesture was initiated by our first Prime Minister , Tunku Abdul Rahman .
Although it is only a one day public holiday , the celebration builds up from a month before right up to Malaysia Day which is on 16 of September .
Every year there is a specific theme for Independence Day such as "Malaysiaku Gemilang" , "1Malaysia: Transformasi Negara" and so on . These themes will be reflected in the decorations and focus for Independence Day that year .
During the month of August , you will see most Malaysians express their patriotism by raising the Malaysian flag on the vehicles , balcony of their homes and even along the street . During this time , all that government buildings and shopping malls are hoisted with Jalur Gemilang . The whole build up towards Malaysia Independence with pride and joy where competitions and parades will be held , sometimes the children practice for performances which will be presented during Independence Day itself.
In short , Independence Day serves as a reminder to all Malaysians to appreciate the tough fight our ancestors had fought and to educate the current generation about the spirit of Independence .
Last word from me , HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY TO ALL , DEAR MALAYSIANS !
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