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The Sun
a day ago
- Business
- The Sun
Melaka hosts international workshop on cultural heritage value creation
MELAKA: The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry (MOTAC) will hold an International Workshop on the Melaka Declaration on Cultural Heritage Value Creation from July 23 to 24 in Melaka, a Unesco World Heritage City. The event, co-organised with the ASEAN Secretariat, Think City, and Telekom Malaysia Berhad, aims to unlock Southeast Asia's cultural heritage potential for sustainable development. Over 100 participants, including cultural experts, academics, and ASEAN representatives, will explore heritage conservation strategies and economic value creation. Panel discussions and breakout sessions will focus on enhancing ASEAN's cultural heritage value chain for economic growth and regional cooperation. The ministry stated, 'This international gathering will bring together over 100 distinguished participants including cultural experts, academics, creative economy leaders, representatives from ASEAN Member States, SOMCA and stakeholders to explore transformative approaches in heritage conservation and value creation.' The workshop also seeks to boost public awareness and community involvement in heritage preservation while integrating culture into sustainable development policies. The Melaka Declaration, a key outcome, will contribute to an ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) document set for adoption at the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur in October 2025. 'It aims to strengthen cultural cooperation, expand inclusive economic opportunities and promote a deeper appreciation of ASEAN's shared heritage,' the ministry added. - Bernama
Barnama
a day ago
- Business
- Barnama
MOTAC To Host International Workshop On Melaka Declaration On Cultural Heritage Value Creation
GENERAL MELAKA, July 20 (Bernama) -- The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry (MOTAC) will host an International Workshop on the Melaka Declaration on Cultural Heritage Value Creation from July 23 to 24 at the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco) World Heritage City of Melaka. The ministry's Corporate Communication Unit said the two-day workshop will be jointly organised with the ASEAN Secretariat and strategic partners, Think City and Telekom Malaysia Berhad. 'The workshop is a step forward in harnessing the untapped power of Southeast Asia's rich cultural heritage as a catalyst for sustainable economic growth, social cohesion and creative innovation. 'This international gathering will bring together over 100 distinguished participants including cultural experts, academics, creative economy leaders, representatives from ASEAN Member States, SOMCA (Senior Officials' Meeting on Culture and Arts) and stakeholders to explore transformative approaches in heritage conservation and value creation,' the ministry said in a statement tonight, adding that panel discussions, breakout dialogues and plenary sessions would be held throughout the workshop. Discussions on maximising the socio-economic potential of ASEAN's cultural heritage by elevating its value chain for economic growth, strengthening regional cooperation through whole-of-ASEAN frameworks and cross-pillar collaboration will also be held during the workshop. The event is expected to promote public awareness and community engagement in heritage preservation, and integrate culture and heritage into sustainable development policies to ensure inclusive growth and social cohesion. 'The Melaka Declaration, as the main outcome of the workshop, will contribute to the development of a significant ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC) outcome document, targeted to be adopted at the 47th ASEAN Summit in October 2025 in Kuala Lumpur. 'It aims to strengthen cultural cooperation, expand inclusive economic opportunities and promote a deeper appreciation of ASEAN's shared heritage,' the ministry added. — BERNAMA
The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
FesKEP 2025 showcases indigenous culture in Pahang
KUANTAN: The Malaysian Indigenous Arts Festival (FesKEP) @ Pahang 2025, a three-day event starting yesterday at Dataran Temerloh, serves as a platform to highlight the unique customs, cultural arts and heritage of the Orang Asli and indigenous communities of Sabah and Sarawak. Organised by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) through the Pahang Department of National Culture and Arts (JKKN) with the support of the state government and various agencies, among others, it is to elevate the arts and culture of the Orang Asli and indigenous communities as a highly treasured national heritage. MOTAC deputy secretary-general (Culture) Datuk Mohd Yusri Mohd Yusoff said FesKEP @ Pahang 2025 reflects the ministry's commitment in upholding grassroots culture which as a mirror of Malaysian identity. In addition, the festival is seen as important to empower grassroots art groups and broaden the people's appreciation of the diversity of indigenous cultures that shape Malaysia's identity. 'Through this platform, MOTAC not only brings the general public closer to indigenous heritage, but we are also committed to elevating Orang Asli and indigenous culture to be part of the national heritage that we collectively take pride in,' he said in a statement today. Throughout the festival, visitors have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of Orang Asli community life through the Mini Orang Asli Village which showcases various cultural and economic elements of this community in addition to several main attractions such as the sale of handicrafts, forest products and traditional crops. Even more fascinating, visitors can experience jungle life through the Survival Activities at the Survival Village, featuring demonstrations of skills such as traditional fire-making, hunting methods and an introduction to forest plants that are used in the daily lives of the indigenous community. - Bernama
Barnama
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Barnama
FesKEP 2025 Celebrates Indigenous Culture With Immersive Experiences
KUANTAN, July 19 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Indigenous Arts Festival (FesKEP) @ Pahang 2025, a three-day event starting yesterday at Dataran Temerloh, serves as a platform to highlight the unique customs, cultural arts and heritage of the Orang Asli and indigenous communities of Sabah and Sarawak. Organised by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) through the Pahang Department of National Culture and Arts (JKKN) with the support of the state government and various agencies, among others, it is to elevate the arts and culture of the Orang Asli and indigenous communities as a highly treasured national heritage. MOTAC deputy secretary-general (Culture) Datuk Mohd Yusri Mohd Yusoff said FesKEP @ Pahang 2025 reflects the ministry's commitment in upholding grassroots culture which as a mirror of Malaysian identity. In addition, the festival is seen as important to empower grassroots art groups and broaden the people's appreciation of the diversity of indigenous cultures that shape Malaysia's identity. "Through this platform, MOTAC not only brings the general public closer to indigenous heritage, but we are also committed to elevating Orang Asli and indigenous culture to be part of the national heritage that we collectively take pride in," he said in a statement today. Throughout the festival, visitors have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of Orang Asli community life through the Mini Orang Asli Village which showcases various cultural and economic elements of this community in addition to several main attractions such as the sale of handicrafts, forest products and traditional crops. Even more fascinating, visitors can experience jungle life through the Survival Activities at the Survival Village, featuring demonstrations of skills such as traditional fire-making, hunting methods and an introduction to forest plants that are used in the daily lives of the indigenous community. -- BERNAMA
The Sun
3 days ago
- The Sun
MOTAC issues 13 notices in nationwide tourism crackdown
PUTRAJAYA: The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) has issued 13 notices for various offences following 22 enforcement operations nationwide in early July. The crackdown targeted unlicensed tourism businesses and regulatory violations. Inspections covered 180 vehicles, 30 tourism companies, four accommodation premises, and 33 tour guides at key locations. MOTAC also acted on public tip-offs in Perak, investigating entities suspected of operating without valid licences. 'If convicted, the parties involved can face a maximum fine of RM500,000, imprisonment of up to 10 years, or both, under the Tourism Industry Act 1992 (Act 482),' the ministry stated. MOTAC urged tourism service providers, including transport operators, accommodation providers, and tour organisers, to apply for licences immediately at the nearest state office to avoid penalties. The ministry also pledged to strengthen cooperation with enforcement agencies like the Road Transport Department, Royal Malaysia Police, and Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency. Public cooperation was encouraged, with reports on suspected violations accepted via the Public Complaints Management System (SISPAA) at
