Malaysia and the 2003 Convention

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Results published of a survey on ICH and Education in Asia and the Pacific: tools and case-studies

4 March 2021

Intangible cultural heritage (ICH) education is essential for understanding our own histories and cultures, as well as those of our neighbours, fostering understanding, empathy ›››

Periodic reporting

On the implementation of the Convention

15/12/2024

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Key references

Ratification of the Convention on

27 July 2013

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Membership and participation

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Listing of ICH

Pantun (2020, RL)

6 elements inscribed

2021: Songket (RL)
2020: Ong Chun/Wangchuan/Wangkang ceremony, rituals and related practices for maintaining the sustainable connection between man and the ocean (RL)
2020: Pantun (RL)
2019: Silat (RL)
2018: Dondang Sayang (RL)
2008: Mak Yong theatre (RL)

Backlog nomination(s)

2022: Pekan Sari (RL)
2020: Mek Mulung (USL)

Project

Community-based inventorying of intangible heritage in urban areas

1 January 2018 – 1 December 2021

Amount (US$) 566,000 ›››

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Interviews

Ms Alena Murang Musician, visual artist, and educator. Drawing from her native Kelabit roots, Alena’s art allows her to share these stories with audiences around the world

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Category 2 center(s)

International Information and Networking Centre for Intangible Cultural Heritage in the Asia-Pacific Region

Republic of Korea