The King of Malaysia, His Majesty the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, has been appointed as the Colonel of the Blues and Royals following a period of growing cohesion between the UK and Malaysia.
The position is an honorary, ceremonial figurehead position rather than an active operational rank, and serves as a paternal guide, patron, and “father figure” for the regimental family.
His Majesty the King of Malaysia has maintained an active relationship with the British Armed Forces, and has engaged increasingly during Exercise Pacific Unity, the British Special Forces-led training programme.