HRH Queen Maria Attends Payung Suci in Cirebon; Introduces Sultanate of Maguindanao

Cirebon, Indonesia - February 02, 2026 - In a significant move to rekindle the historical bonds of the Nusantara, HRH Maha Putri Mariam Leonor Torres Mastura, the Bae Mompong sa Maguindanao, attended the prestigious "Payung Suci" (Sacred Umbrella) event. The ceremony was organized under the leadership of Chairman Moh. Dani Jaelani S.Sos and held at the invitation of His Majesty Sultan Sepuh Aloeda II of Keraton Kasepuhan Cirebon and Her Majesty Queen Ratumedia Widayanti.

The event, held in Cirebon, was graced by the distinguished presence of the Chief Guests from the Sumedang Larang Kingdom: HM King Sri Radya H.R.I Lukman Soemadisoeria and HM Queen Nyi Raden Nia Kurniasih.

HRH Queen Maria was accompanied by a distinguished delegation of royal figures, including Her Royal Highness Princess Iriani Adalci Kuada of the Kingdom of Siau and YM Ray Dewi Rengganis, a descendant of the Cirebon Kingdom and the Galuh Ciamis Kingdom.

During the ceremony, HRH Queen Maria delivered a speech that paid special tribute to the exemplary leadership of HM King Sri Radya H.R.I Lukman Soemadisoeria. She acknowledged his vital role in sustaining the cultural integrity of the region and honored his stature as a pillar of the Royal community.

Queen Maria also commended the hosting Sultan, HM Sultan Sepuh Aloeda II, and Chairman Moh. Dani Jaelani S.Sos for their dedication to preserving the rich heritage of Cirebon. She utilized this global platform to formally introduce the Sultanate of Maguindanao to the assembly, highlighting the shared lineage, faith, and maritime history that binds the Philippines and Indonesia.

"The distance between Maguindanao and Cirebon is only physical; in spirit and heritage, we are one," HRH Queen Maria remarked. "Events like Payung Suci remind us that our duties as royals are not just to wear the crown, but to protect the cultural umbrella that shelters our people's identity."

The Payung Suci event was attended by various cultural troops, including the Laskar Saka Tunggal, and featured traditional processions that underscored the resilience of the local monarchy. The presence of the Bae Mompong sa Maguindanao marked a renewed era of "Royal Diplomacy," fostering closer cultural and humanitarian cooperation between the Royal Houses of the Philippines and Indonesia.