The Sultan of Pahang, Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah, was installed as the 16th king of Malaysia on Tuesday (Jul 30) in a ceremony steeped in Malay royal customs and traditions, formally marking his five-year reign as the head of state.

The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Tajikistan H.E. Ardasher S. Qodiri also took part in this historic ceremony.

Previously it was also reported that the President of the Republic of Tajikistan His Excellency Mr. Emomali Rahmon sent a congratulatory message to the King of Malaysia on this occasion.