Negeri Sembilan ruler formalises appointment of 11th undang of Sungei Ujong

KUALA PILAH: The Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan, Tuanku Muhriz Tuanku Munawir, has formalised the installation of Faris Johari as the 11th undang of Luak Sungei Ujong at Istana Besar Seri Menanti this morning.

The traditional ceremony began with the Orang Empat Istana seeking Tuanku Muhriz’s consent to commence the proceedings before the newly appointed undang pledged his loyalty to the ruler.

Tuanku Muhriz then formally proclaimed Faris as the 11th undang of Luak Sungei Ujong, conferring on him the title Datuk Klana Petra.

In his address, Tuanku Muhriz expressed hope that the pledges made would always be upheld with sincerity, integrity, and a strong sense of responsibility.

“I remind my orang kaya (chieftains) to remain loyal to the institution of the Yang di-Pertuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan and to maintain a close and respectful relationship with me and the palace,” he said.

Also in attendance were Tunku Ampuan Besar of Negeri Sembilan, Tuanku Aishah Rohani Tengku Besar Mahmud, Tunku Besar Seri Menanti Tunku Ali Redhauddin Tuanku Muhriz and Tunku Panglima Besar Tunku Zain Al-‘Abidin.

The ceremony was also witnessed by caretaker menteri besar Aminuddin Harun and heads of state government departments.

Tuanku Muhriz said relationships founded on mutual respect, trust and consensus were essential to preserving the constitutional monarchy, safeguarding customary traditions and ensuring the state’s continued well-being.

He urged the people to work closely with the customary leadership in carrying out their responsibilities while continuing to uphold and preserve the values of Adat Perpatih practised in the state and passed down through generations.

Faris, 28, holds a bachelor’s degree in accountancy from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) and obtained his professional qualification through the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) programme in 2022. He is married to Sharifah Amirah Syed Ismail Ash-Shahab.

Another royal audience will take place later today to formalise the installation of the 22nd undang of Luak Rembau.