Historical Events tagged with "kelantan"
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Muhammad V Resigns as Yang di-Pertuan Agong
Muhammad V of Kelantan resigned as the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, marking a historic moment in Malaysia's monarchy. His resignation was unexpected and made him the first monarch in the country's history to step down from the position, an act that sparked national and international attention. The resignation was announced by the Keeper of the Royal Seal, indicating a shift in the royal landscape of Malaysia.
Continue ReadingThailand Relinquishes Sovereignty Over Malay States
The Anglo-Siamese Treaty of 1909 resulted in Thailand, known as Siam at the time, formally relinquishing its claims over the Malay states of Kedah, Kelantan, Perlis, and Terengganu, which subsequently became British protectorates. This treaty was signed in Bangkok, where representatives from the British colonial administration negotiated terms to curb Siamese influence in the region while expanding British control. The agreement emphasized peaceful relations and mutual recognition of territory.
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