Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah has called on Malaysians to stand tall as a nation that transcends all differences to create lasting unity and togetherness.

His Majesty said to create such an atmosphere, the people and leaders at all levels should not just do nothing and yet dream of achieving success.

On the contrary, the king said, concerted efforts should be taken to break down elements that would hinder the unity.

Sultan Abdullah said this in his royal address yesterday night in conjunction with his official birthday celebrations.