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Barnama
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Barnama
National Art Gallery To Host 'Borneo Creative And Culture District' In Kota Kinabalu
KUALA LUMPUR, July 14, 2025 (Bernama) -- Kota Kinabalu is set to become the regional centre for arts and culture when the National Art Gallery hosts the large-scale Borneo Creative and Culture District (BCCD) programme for three days beginning Sept 26. According to a statement by the National Art Gallery, the programme aims to establish an inclusive and dynamic creative and cultural hub by bringing together elements of heritage, culture, and innovation through activities that encourage participation from various sectors. 'In addition to strengthening the tourism sector and boosting the creative economy, this programme also seeks to raise public awareness of the role of arts and culture in shaping identity and fostering national unity,' the statement said. The event will also serve as a platform for unity through strong collaboration among various parties, including grassroots communities, youth, educational institutions, and creative industry players. 'Throughout the three-day event, there will be various engaging activities including an artisan arts market, art demonstrations, exhibitions by arts and cultural institutions, community engagement programmes, sharing sessions, as well as musical and cultural performances featuring artists from Sabah, Sarawak, and Brunei,' said the National Art Gallery. The programme will also be enlivened by the participation of arts collectives and organisations from across the Borneo region. It is supported by the Sabah Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Environment; Sabah Art Gallery; and various agencies and local authorities. 'As a pilot programme that unites stakeholders from across the region, the Borneo Creative and Culture District is seen as a key platform to strengthen the regional arts and cultural ecosystem,' the statement read. At the same time, the event is expected to open doors for broader collaborations, direct cultural exchange, and international exposure that could elevate local talent to greater heights.
Daily Express
12-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Express
Sabah launches scuba diving safety SOPs ahead of Visit Malaysia 2026
Published on: Thursday, June 12, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jun 12, 2025 Text Size: The Deus committee - Facebook pic KOTA KINABALU: The Sabah Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Environment (KePKAS) has introduced official safety SOPs for scuba diving to promote responsible tourism and prepare for Visit Malaysia Year 2026. Advertisement Sabah Dive Squad Club president Sim Fui praised the move as vital for diver safety and tourism growth, noting scuba diving contributes over RM500 million to the state's economy. The club met with KePKAS Permanent Secretary Datuk Josie Lai, who stressed strict compliance and upcoming public release of the SOPs. In response, the club will host a Safety and Medical Talk on 20 July 2025 to educate divers and operators, following recent fatal diving incidents linked to negligence. Dive professionals and enthusiasts are urged to participate. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
