Datuk Lat thanks Malaysians for Anugerah Seniman Negara recognition


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'I have been drawing comics for over 50 years, almost 60 years, for Malaysians of various races and ages, they have been my inspiration all this time, stories from society, current issues are among the ingredients in my comic drawings,' says Lat. Photo: Bernama

Legendary cartoonist Datuk Lat, also known as Mohd Nor Khalid, expressed his gratitude to Malaysians for their enduring support of his work as he received the Anugerah Seniman Negara (ASN, National Arts Award) award on Wednesday.

He added is very proud of the award because it proved that comic artists are recognised on an equal footing with other arts and culture practitioners.

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