Tag: Nga Kor Ming

Arts, Culture Essential for Sustainable Urban Development – Nga Kor Ming

IPOH, June 3 -- Sustainable urban development cannot be achieved through physical infrastructure alone, as arts, culture and strong community ties are equally important in shaping cities with a distinct identity and sense of belonging, said Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming. Speaking at the opening of the MADANI Philharmonic Musical Concert 2026: A Tune of Friendship and Unity in Harmony at the RTM Auditorium here on Tuesday night, Nga said the government's commitment to improving public infrastructure, upgrading facilities and providing more affordable housing must be complemented by efforts to nurture social and cultural development. “The progress of a city cannot be measured solely on its physical infrastructure. Without art, culture and human connections, even the most modern city risks losing its soul,” he said. Nga stressed that while Malaysia is capable of constructing world-class buildings and modern urban facilities, true success lies in ensuring residents experience happiness, inclusivity and a strong sense of community. “We are capable of building world-class skyscrapers, but if the residents cannot enjoy happiness and a sense of belonging, then we have not achieved true success,” he added. He noted that arts, cultural activities and community-driven initiatives play a crucial role in transforming cities into vibrant and welcoming spaces where people feel connected and valued. According to Nga, programmes such as the concert serve as important platforms for fostering understanding, compassion and mutual respect among Malaysians from diverse backgrounds. He also highlighted music as a powerful unifying force that transcends differences in language, culture and geography. “Malaysia’s diversity should be viewed as a strength rather than a challenge, as it contributes to the nation’s creativity, resilience and dynamism,” he said. The concert featured performances by the Kinta Valley String Orchestra, the Kuala Lumpur Orchestra and the Feroci Philharmonic Orchestra, bringing together musicians from various backgrounds in a celebration of friendship, harmony and national unity through music. — BERNAMA

IPOH, June 3 — Sustainable urban development cannot be achieved through physical infrastructure alone, as arts, culture and strong community ties are equally important in shaping cities with a distinct identity and sense of belonging, said Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming. Speaking at the opening of the MADANI Philharmonic Musical Concert 2026: […]

Reject Racial Provocation, Religious Extremism – Nga

Malaysians need to reject any form of racial provocation and it is not easy influenced by any racist and religious extremist slander that has been deliberately played by irresponsible parties in recent times.

KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysians need to reject any form of racial provocation and it is not easy influenced by any racist and religious extremist slander that has been deliberately played by irresponsible parties in recent times. Through a Facebook post, Minister of Housing and Local Government Nga Kor Ming said the MADANI Government remains committed […]

Minister of Communications, Datuk Fahmi Fadzil, speaks at a press conference after the Meeting The Cabinet at the Prime Minister’s Office

PUTRAJAYA — Strict action must be taken immediately by the authorities including the Attorney General regarding the 3R (religion, race and royal institutions) issue, said Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. He said the matter was decided at the Cabinet meeting today after several issues related to the 3R as reported by the mainstream media and […]

Two Ministers Raise Issues of Religious, Racial Provocations at Today’s Cabinet Meeting

KUALA LUMPUR — Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Steven Sim Cooperative and Human Resources Minister Datuk Seri R. Ramanan will raise the issue of religious and racial provocation at today’s Cabinet meeting. Sim, in a Facebook post yesterday, said it was time for all forms of religious and racial violence and provocation to be completely […]