Arts can drive Malaysia's progress with collective support, say industry leaders


PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s rich and diverse arts have the potential to drive both economic and social progress, but only with the support of all stakeholders, according to leading figures in the local arts industry.

Award-winning producer and director Puan Sri Tiara Jacquelina Eu Effendi noted that local leaders have become disconnected from the vital role art can play in nation-building, focusing solely on its financial benefits.

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