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Barnama
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Barnama
Spirit Of Unity To Be Highlighted By Performances In Conjunction With 46th ASEAN Summit
The performances are meant to highlight Malaysia's rich multicultural heritage and pay tribute to the cultures of ASEAN member states and external partners such as the Gulf Cooperation Council and China. Dancers from the National Department for Culture and Arts (JKKN) actively undergoing rehearsals in preparation for the Gala Dinner in conjunction with the 46th ASEAN Summit, at the venue yesterday. By Nurhafizah Tan KUALA LUMPUR, May 23 (Bernama) -- ASEAN's cultural diversity and spirit of unity are key elements that will be highlighted during the performances lined up to entertain delegates at the 46th ASEAN Summit and Related Meetings which begin this week. National Department for Culture and Arts (JKKN) Director-General Mohd Amran Mohd Haris said that each performance has been curated not only to showcase Malaysia's unique multiracial identity and also to pay tribute to the cultures of other ASEAN countries and external partners such as the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and China. He stated that JKKN, which is leading the performance segment at official events, including the May 26 gala dinner hosted by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, aims to strengthen regional ties through an inclusive cultural showcase that promotes the ASEAN spirit. 'We're incorporating elements from various cultures -- from contemporary dances that reflect the Malaysian identity to ASEAN songs performed in the various languages of the region. 'It's vital that all delegates feel a sense of belonging when watching the performances and for everyone to be able to enjoy the show. This is aligned with the theme of Malaysia's ASEAN Chairmanship 2025 that promotes the spirit of 'Inclusivity and Sustainability' among member countries,' he told Bernama. Sharing details about the gala dinner, Mohd Amran said the event will feature performances by renowned Malaysian artistes such as Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza, Datuk Zainal Abidin, Shila Amzah, Bob Yusof, Asmidar, and Yasmin Aziz. 'The performances also cater to guests who hail from the various participating countries. For example, the Arabic song 'Kun Anta' will be sung by Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza and the Permata Seni Choir in consideration of the GCC's participation, while singer Shila Amzah will perform the Mandarin song 'Zheng Fu'. 'As for ASEAN countries, the evening's entertainment will be enriched by a medley of ASEAN national songs performed by Bob Yusof, Asmidar, and Yasmin Aziz,' he added.
New Straits Times
17-05-2025
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Rafizi backs PKR disciplinary board's fair campaign call, warns against selective enforcement
KOTA BARU: PKR deputy president candidate Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli has agreed with the PKR disciplinary board's recommendation to refrain from tarnishing the party's image or launching personal attacks but emphasised that the guidelines must be applied fairly to all. Rafizi, who is also the Economy Minister, said the board's guidelines are capable of promoting healthy competition within the party, but they must be implemented consistently. "If people recall the personal attacks against me, they happened suddenly, with statement after statement being issued, including claims of rejection by the grassroots. "Later, statements emerged accusing me of neglecting the grassroots. These are baseless allegations, and the PKR disciplinary board must take action against all parties responsible for creating this situation. "In addition, I have also been targeted by irresponsible groups on social media, which should not occur. "However, I view this as part of the challenges during the campaign period," he said at a press conference after the Hidupkan Idealisme Reformasi dalam Ujian Kuasa (HIRUK) tour programme at the state National Department for Culture and Arts (JKKN) Complex in Tanjong Chat last night. Also present were PKR vice-president Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad and Negri Sembilan Menteri Besar and PKR vice-president Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun. Rafizi expressed his hope that his opponents would not "throw stones and hide their hands" by attacking him and then reporting him to the disciplinary board when he responds, as if they had done nothing wrong. "The process is straightforward. If anyone feels that a candidate has violated party protocols, they can lodge a complaint, and the disciplinary board can then conduct a fair investigation. "As for me, if there is a desire to debate and determine who is better, I will highlight my opponent's weaknesses, and you can do the same. I don't go around making complaints or reports," he said. Previously, the media reported that the PKR disciplinary board had reminded all candidates and their supporters not to tarnish the party's image and to refrain from personal attacks and baseless accusations during the final stage of the party elections. Its chairperson, Datin Paduka Dr Tan Yee Kew, said candidates should instead focus their campaigns on policy discussions and ideas. She said actions involving personal attacks, open conflict, and making derogatory public statements against party members are inappropriate, unacceptable, and would only harm party unity.
The Sun
17-05-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
PKR'S digital platform virtual campaigns convey message effectively to grassroots
KOTA BHARU: Incumbent and candidate for the post of PKR Deputy President, Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli is confident that the campaign approach through digital platforms can convey the party's message more effectively to the grassroots and representatives, even though the campaign period is only about a week long. Rafizi said that PKR's strength on social media has always been an advantage in reaching not only party members at the grassroots level, but also the people who support the party's struggle. 'Every night, over 20,000 views are recorded for the virtual campaign sessions. This is not an election season, just a party election, yet this response shows that our message is getting through. 'What is important is that the message resonates with the core base of PKR ordinary members, representatives, and the people who support us,' he said. He said this to reporters after speaking at the Program Tour to Revive Reformasi Idealism in Power Test (HIRUK) Zone of Kelantan and Terengganu at the National Department of Culture and Arts (JKKN) Complex in Kelantan, Tanjong Chat, here tonight. Meanwhile, commenting on the statement from the PKR Discipline Board urging all candidates and supporters to stop personal attacks, Rafizi said that this matter should be taken positively by all candidates. He stated that any allegations of disciplinary violations should be submitted through the available channels and investigated fairly by the party's Discipline Board. Also present was the Chief Minister of Negeri Sembilan, Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun. The PKR elections will see a one-on-one contest for the Deputy President's position between Nurul Izzah and Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli, while the party president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim remains unchallenged. The PKR National Congress, including the Youth and Women's Congress, is scheduled to take place from May 22 to 24 in Johor Bahru, with the election of central leadership held on May 23.
The Sun
17-05-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
PKR'S digital platform virtual campaigns convey message
KOTA BHARU: Incumbent and candidate for the post of PKR Deputy President, Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli is confident that the campaign approach through digital platforms can convey the party's message more effectively to the grassroots and representatives, even though the campaign period is only about a week long. Rafizi said that PKR's strength on social media has always been an advantage in reaching not only party members at the grassroots level, but also the people who support the party's struggle. 'Every night, over 20,000 views are recorded for the virtual campaign sessions. This is not an election season, just a party election, yet this response shows that our message is getting through. 'What is important is that the message resonates with the core base of PKR ordinary members, representatives, and the people who support us,' he said. He said this to reporters after speaking at the Program Tour to Revive Reformasi Idealism in Power Test (HIRUK) Zone of Kelantan and Terengganu at the National Department of Culture and Arts (JKKN) Complex in Kelantan, Tanjong Chat, here tonight. Meanwhile, commenting on the statement from the PKR Discipline Board urging all candidates and supporters to stop personal attacks, Rafizi said that this matter should be taken positively by all candidates. He stated that any allegations of disciplinary violations should be submitted through the available channels and investigated fairly by the party's Discipline Board. Also present was the Chief Minister of Negeri Sembilan, Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun. The PKR elections will see a one-on-one contest for the Deputy President's position between Nurul Izzah and Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli, while the party president Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim remains unchallenged. The PKR National Congress, including the Youth and Women's Congress, is scheduled to take place from May 22 to 24 in Johor Bahru, with the election of central leadership held on May 23.
