KUALA LUMPUR, March 18 -- The Sarawak government has officially confirmed that it will observe the additional public holiday for Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2026, aligning with the recent announcement made by the federal government.

In a statement released today, the Sarawak State Secretary's Office announced that the state has agreed to "adopt and declare" the extra holiday to allow Sarawakians more time to celebrate with their families.

The date of the holiday will depend on the official sighting of the new moon to determine the first day of Syawal.

The statement clarified that if Hari Raya falls on Friday, March 20, the additional holiday will be observed on the following Monday, March 23.

However, if the first day of Syawal is on Saturda...