State taking steps to keep zapin alive

Yayasan Warisan Johor members performing the zapin, which reflects the customs and culture of the Malay community. — Filepic

Johor government will begin the process of documenting the zapin traditional dance to ensure heritage arts synonymous with Johor are preserved.

Johor tourism, environment, heritage and culture committee chairman K. Raven Kumar said zapin was a part of Malay culture.