"However, the extension of this time is necessary as, apart from the initial damage to viaduct 163, several other damages have been detected in nearby viaduct structures, namely viaducts 164 and 165, which require comprehensive repairs.

“Despite competing with each other, I emphasise that now is the best time, and there is a need for countries and companies in Southeast Asia to work together to ensure this is the Southeast Asian Century.

Anwar said that he hoped that everyone would support this mission in line with this year’s National Day and Malaysia Day (HKHM) campaigns themed "Malaysia Madani: Jiwa Merdeka".

Perdana Menteri berkata demikian ketika berucap di Majlis Pelancaran Bulan Kebangsaan dan Kibar Jalur Gemilang 2024, di Cyberjaya pada Ahad.

Sementara itu Timbalan Setiausaha Kerajaan (Pembangunan) Dato’ Johary Anuar yang merasmikan program berkata festival menjadi titik tolak untuk semua pihak menggembleng tenaga dan idea bagi mengembangkan lagi industri seni dan sastera negeri.