Wong Foon Meng: Culture and innovation can and must coexist

"In fact, some of the most powerful innovations are born from re-interpreting our heritage in ways that resonate with new generations." At the Global Civilizations Dialogue Ministerial Meeting, Wong Foon Meng, former president of Malaysia's Dewan Negara, emphasizes the dynamic relationship between cultural heritage and innovation. Citing examples like Malaysia's digitally revitalized batik designs and China's immersive reinterpretation of ink painting, he underscores his core message: Culture and innovation can and must coexist.

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