The indigenous Orang Ulu of Sarawak can a constructive role in nation building by showcasing their unique cultures through their respective associations, said Miri Resident Datuk Ose Murang.
“I am glad the Kenyahs have successfully organised their own inaugural festival through their own association. The Kenyahs like the rest of the Orang Ulu groups are members of the Federation of Orang Ulu Association Malaysia (FORUM). Through this federation, the Orang Ulu can play a bigger and more meaningful role in enhancing racial harmony in the nation,”said Ose.
He said this when officiating the Cultural Competition organised the Kenyah National Association (PKKS) yesterday.
The competition among the seven branches of the association was the cultural highlight of the three-day Sarawak Kenyah Cultural Festival which saw hundreds of participants taking part,with the Kenyahs from Belaga forming the biggest contingent at about 200 participants.
Also present were an advisor to the association Datuk Joseph Balan Seling and his wife Datin Mariam, the festival organising chairman Marcus Gau Lian, the association vice presidents Alex Liau, Michael Sabang, Erang Ngang and several Kenyah community leaders both from Belaga and Baram.
Ose expressed the hope that the association continues to play its role as a association that brings people together to celebrate Sarawak's rich cultural heritage.
“I am looking forward to an even bigger festival from the Kenyahs in the future. I must congratulate Simpson and his committee for working so hard to put up this wonderful cultural festival for the people in Miri,” said Ose. ENDS.
Caption: LET THE FESTIVAL BEGINS: Ose (third from left) beating the gong, signaling the show has begun.
