KUALA LUMPUR – Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah today reminded each and every woman to love and value herself to be a great and happy human being.
She said women need to look after their physical and mental health, as well as their families’, because a happy woman will spread happiness to those around her.
“Strong women are able to face every challenge that comes their way with strength given by Allah, and that is what makes us women, special,” Tunku Azizah said in a video posted on Istana Negara’s Facebook page in conjunction with International Women’s Day (IWD) today.
She said the strength of women is evident during the Covid-19 pandemic as they are able to rise up and face any trial, in line with this year’s IWD theme, “Women rise to face challenges”.
“This is where we see the strength of a woman. Despite facing various challenges, they are still able to stand up and succeed in facing those trials.”
The queen also called on the community to appreciate, love, respect and be gentle with women. – Bernama, March 8, 2021
