KUALA LUMPUR, April 9 -- Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, has expressed delight over efforts by Khazanah Nasional to restore and conserve the Sultan Abdul Samad Building here, which holds significant historical value.

Describing the building as a national heritage that must be preserved, His Royal Highness said he had previously voiced concerns over the condition of several Selangor historical buildings in the capital, which appeared increasingly neglected around 2018 and 2019.

Sultan Sharafuddin said that despite discussions and debates over the cost of restoration works, he was concerned that the state's invaluable historical heritage could be lost if preservation efforts were not undertaken.

"I fear that in the end...