KUCHING: The Gawai Dayak Parade 2025 highlighted the rich cultural diversity of the Dayak ethnic groups and symbolised their vital contributions to the development of Sarawak and the nation.
Sarawak Deputy Premier, Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas, said the parade brought together Dayak communities from across Sarawak, including the Orang Ulu, Bidayuh and Iban, resulting in one of the most vibrant and diverse Gawai parades to date.
“This is how we showcase the cultural richness of the Malaysian community, especially through the traditions and customs of the Dayak people.
“It not only celebrates our identity as a multi-racial people, but also opens up space for other communities to better understand the way of life and inspiration of the Dayak culture,” he said.
He was speaking to reporters following the conclusion of the Gawai Dayak 2025 Parade held at the Sarawak Riverbank on Saturday.
Adding prestige to the event, Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Abdul Rahman Zohari Tun Datuk Abang Openg also took part in the parade, joining the procession from Bangunan Tun Jugah.
Also gracing the occasion were the Raja Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra ibni Tuanku Syed Sirajuddin Jamalullail, and the Raja Puan Muda, Tuanku Hajah Lailatul Shahreen Akashah Khalil, who witnessed the colourful parade.
Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah, who is also the Chairman of the Gawai Dayak 2025 Celebration Main Committee, expressed heartfelt appreciation for the presence of the Premier of Sarawak and the Perlis Royal Family in making the celebration more memorable.
