Baba Nyonya officially recognised


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PETALING JAYA: The Baba and Nyonya communities are pleased that their race is now officially recognised by the government – a change many say has been in the making for decades.

Teoh Luan Neo, 75, a Baba Nyonya from Melaka, expressed her gratitude for the long-awaited recognition of her community, which she feels has finally come to fruition.

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