Kuching’s iconic White Cat decked in CNY finery

Festive air: Sim (left) and Wee (centre) lighting up the White Cat statue at Padungan in Kuching. — ZULAZHAR SHEBLEE / The Star

KUCHING: The iconic White Cat statue at Padungan here has been dressed up in Chinese New Year finery – including a red face mask – for the coming festive occasion.It is also lit up at night with ornamental lights and lanterns as part of the Kuching South City Council’s (MBKS) festive decorations.

Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said it was MBKS’ annual tradition to light up the areas under its jurisdiction during every festival.