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The Star
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Riuh x Asean 2025 to light up KL as region's largest creative showcase
This October in Kuala Lumpur, Riuh x Asean 2025 is set to be the region's largest creative showcase, fostering cross-border connections and collaborations. Photo: Handout The Communications Ministry, through MyCreative Ventures, will be organising Riuh X Asean 2025 in Kuala Lumpur from Oct 17-26, in conjunction with Malaysia's Asean Chairmanship this year. Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said that the event is set to become South-East Asia's largest creative showcase, fostering cross-border collaboration and new economic opportunities among Asean's creative and entrepreneurial communities. "This event brings together art, creativity, music, and entrepreneurship from Malaysia and fellow Asean nations, reflecting the ASEAN 2025 vision of unity, inclusivity, and sustainability,' he said at a press conference on the Riuh Hangout 2025 in Kuala Lumpur today. In the lead-up to the main event, a Riuh Gallery pop-up series will begin on Oct 1, taking place at key locations across the Klang Valley, with activities that include indie music showcases, comedy acts, literary and spoken word sessions, and visual art exhibitions, aimed at giving local talents a platform to showcase their work and engage with the public. FrequenSEA, which will be Asean's first dedicated music conference, is also slated to be held on Oct 21 and 22. "This conference is expected to attract over 200 participants, including musicians, producers, content creators, and industry leaders, to discuss the future of South-East Asia's music industry,' he said. According to Fahmi, the highlight of the event is the Riuh X Asean Marketplace, which will take place from Oct 22-26, featuring over 200 brands and 100 food and beverage vendors from Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines. "The marketplace will also host over 40 stage performances, 30 interactive workshops, and 20 creative activations, serving as an industry networking hub for regional entrepreneurs and creative talents,' he said. Meanwhile, Riuh Merdeka 2025 will debut as a non-stop 30-hour celebration at the parking grounds of the Monumen Alaf Baru in Putrajaya. The event will feature Malaysian-themed performances, community activities, and cultural showcases designed to promote national unity through the arts, music, and local creativity. Fahmi also announced that the event will include an expanded offering of Menu Rahmah to ensure all visitors can enjoy local cuisine at reasonable prices. - Bernama
The Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Malaysia boosts regional expansion for local films and animation IPs
KUALA LUMPUR: The government is enhancing regional cooperation to expand the reach of Malaysia's creative intellectual properties (IPs), including films and animation, into ASEAN markets. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil stated that Finas is actively forming strategic partnerships to facilitate Malaysian creative IPs in high-potential markets like Indonesia, Vietnam, and Cambodia. 'We've seen how Upin & Ipin received tremendous response in Indonesia. Several local films have also successfully penetrated markets like Vietnam and Cambodia,' he said. Fahmi added that these efforts will be intensified to create more opportunities for local creative industry players. He made these remarks at the Riuh Hangout 2025 event organised by MyCreative Ventures, following the tabling of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), which highlights the creative economy as a key growth driver. Deputy Minister Teo Nie Ching and Communications Ministry secretary-general Datuk Seri Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa were also present. Fahmi explained that Finas and MyCreative Ventures will not only provide funding but also facilitate collaborations between animation creators and corporate banking institutions. 'We want to foster synergy between the corporate banking sector and the creative industry in terms of financing,' he said. He noted that licensing and distribution matters will be handled by Finas to streamline the process. This initiative aligns with the 13MP's focus on boosting the creative economy through export market expansion and global competitiveness. Further details on the initiative will be presented during Fahmi's winding-up speech in Parliament on Aug 20. - Bernama
Barnama
6 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
Malaysia Eyes Regional Expansion For Local Films And Animation IPS
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14 (Bernama) – The government is strengthening regional cooperation to expand the reach of Malaysia's creative intellectual properties (IPs), including local films and animation, into regional markets, according to Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (Finas) is actively forging strategic partnerships to facilitate the entry of Malaysian creative IPs into high-potential ASEAN markets, including Indonesia, Vietnam, and Cambodia. 'We've seen how Upin & Ipin received tremendous response in Indonesia. Several local films have also successfully penetrated markets like Vietnam and Cambodia. 'These efforts will be intensified to open wider opportunities for our local creative industry players,' he said when asked about the direction of the animation sector following the tabling of the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), which emphasises the creative economy as a new driver of national growth, at the Riuh Hangout 2025 event organised by MyCreative Ventures today. Also present were Deputy Minister Teo Nie Ching and Communications Ministry secretary-general Datuk Seri Mohamad Fauzi Md Isa. Fahmi said that both Finas and MyCreative Ventures have been tasked with not only providing funding but also facilitating collaboration between animation creators and corporate banking institutions that are increasingly recognising the revenue potential of the creative industry. 'We want to foster synergy between the corporate banking sector and the creative industry in terms of financing. These ties will be strengthened, while licensing and distribution matters will be handled by Finas,' he said. Fahmi noted that this initiative aligns with the 13th Malaysia Plan's (13MP) focus on developing the creative economy, particularly by expanding into export markets and boosting the global competitiveness of Malaysian creative content. He added that further details on the initiative are expected to be presented during his winding-up speech on the debate on the 13MP in Parliament on Aug 20.
