KL can learn from Kuching’s inclusive food festivals, says Hannah
The federal territories minister says she is looking into adapting Kuching's approach as both cities have multiracial populations.
Kuala Lumpur may be able to benefit from Kuching's inclusive approach to organizing food festivals, according to federal territories minister Hannah Yeoh. The minister praised Kuching's method, which engages young people and businesses, and is now exploring ways to adapt the concept for Kuala Lumpur. Both cities share diverse and multiracial populations, making the potential for collaboration significant, as reported by Dayak Daily.
After assuming her position as federal territories minister, Hannah instructed Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) to investigate Kuching's food festival organization, including incorporating fresh ideas from young people. She found the concept to be unique and vibrant. In addition to outdoor dining, waste management, business licensing and community farming, the two city councils could collaborate on areas such as.
Kuching South's natural farmers market is another initiative that Kuala Lumpur could learn from, according to Yeoh. The minister also discussed the possibility of streamlining concert approval procedures through a one-stop center, by learning from Sarawak's tourism, creative industry and performing arts minister Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah.
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