Deputy Prime Ministers Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi says he was reminded of ‘Papazola’ the Malaysian-made film that shows how a father’s love is often not expressed through words. — YouTube screencap/Monsta

KUALA LUMPUR, June 21 — Deputy Prime Ministers Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, together with Cabinet ministers, today paid tribute to fathers in conjunction with Father’s Day, recognising their contributions and sacrifices.

Ahmad Zahid, who is also Rural and Regional Development Minister, said behind a father’s calm demeanour lie countless sacrifices made to ensure the well-being of the family, nurture children and safeguard their future.