Tag - Chinese New Villages
06Aug

No decision yet on Chinese new villages’ Unesco nomination, further study needed, says Tiong

KUALA LUMPUR: The nomination of Chinese New Villages as a Unesco World Heritage site is under consideration, but a decision has yet to be reached, says Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing (pic). The Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister said that while his ministry is committed to protecting and recognising national heritage under the National Heritage Act...

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03Feb

Chinese new villages in Selangor to be mooted as Unesco sites

KUALA LUMPUR: Plans are underway to nominate Chinese new villages in Selangor as Unesco World Heritage Sites in recognition of their cultural and historical significance, says Nga Kor Ming. The Housing and Local Government Minister said a discussion would be held with the Selangor government on the details soon. “It has been 76 years since the new...

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