The cat in songket: Iconic Kuching statue decked out for Raya to reflect harmony

(From left) Kuching South mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng, Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Dr Sim Kui Hian and deputy mayor Datuk Zaiedi Suhaili lighting oil lamps at the White Cat statue for Hari Raya. - ZULAZHAR SHEBLEE/The Star

KUCHING: The White Cat statue at Jalan Padungan here has been lit up for Hari Raya Aidilfitri in a longstanding tradition reflecting Sarawak's unity.

The festive lights, including oil lamps, are complemented by the cat's green songket costume.