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From one generation to the next

By FATIMAH ZAINAL
A true artist: Bangie holding the National Craft Icon 2024 award. Applauding her are (from left) Tiong, Anwar, Khairul Firdaus and Kraftangan Malaysia director-general Datuk Ainu Sham Ramli. — FAIHAN GHANI/ The Star

KUALA LUMPUR: Master weaver Bangie Embol has been named the National Craft Icon 2024 for her significant contributions in keeping alive the traditional craft of Pua Kumbu, a handwoven Ibanese textile.

The 78-year-old artisan said she was honoured to receive the award.

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