Johor ruler says will not be rushed into making decision on weekend
Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar says he will make an announcement on his decision on whether Johor will revert to a Saturday-Sunday weekend in due time. – Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar Facebook pic, August 23, 2022.
His Majesty said he would make an announcement on the matter when he was completely sure and confident that it would be the best decision for the good of Johor. “I do not want to be rushed into this decision as I need to think this through thoroughly. I will consider all the positives and negatives of the state government’s proposal, while also taking into account and perusing all viewpoints on the matter.
The state weekend was changed to Friday and Saturday beginning January 1, 2014, as a mark of respect to Muslims observing Friday prayers, and in recognition of Islam as the state’s religion.