PUTRAJAYA: The Communications Ministry has stressed that new guidelines released by its Unit for Application for Foreign Filming and Performance by Foreign Artiste (Puspal) only set the dress code for performing artistes and do not involve concertgoers.
The Puspal committee issued the clarification after a news report titled "New directive sets dress, conduct rules for concert" was published on Sunday (Sept 21).
"The issued statement was in the form of recommendations and advice to concertgoers with the cooperation of concert organisers.
“The main focus is the dress code and behaviour suitable with the sensitivities of the multiracial community in Malaysia to preserve national harmony,” the committee said.
The committee added that the matter was in line with Communications Ministry deputy secretary-general (Strategic Communications and Creative Industry) Nik Kamaruzaman Nik Husin’s statement that "while the guidelines primarily focus on organisers and performers, they do indirectly extend to audience conduct through the organisers’ obligations".
The committee reminded concert organisers to ensure the safety and control of visitors by taking necessary actions relating to the use of alcohol and drugs before, during and after performances to avoid any untoward incidents.
Further information on the guidelines is available at https://portalPuspal.komunikasi.gov.my/garis-panduan-2/. Users may also contact the Puspal Unit at 03-89115356/5384 or via email at Puspal@komunikasi.gov.my. – Bernama
