C Wave music program reaches 2 billion streams in Malaysia finals

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia - The C-Wave Global Music Co-creation Plan, Joy Resonance of Nanyang, concluded its finals in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on 21 October 2026. Indonesian singer Kezia Kaithlyn emerged victorious, boasting a grand prize for her rendition titled "Aku Masih Memikirkanmu," an Indonesian adaptation of the Chinese song "Later I Met Him."

This adaptation has garnered over 2 billion global streams. The project, hosted by China's Guangdong Radio and Television, is open to all without regard to nationality or age, incorporating three musical submissions: original, adaptation, and AI co-creation. Within the first 30 days of its launch, the program received over 5,000 submissions from across the globe, with musicians participating from more than half of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) member economies.

The event drew 300 attendees, and 68 local media outlets, including Radio Televisyen Malaysia, reported on the proceedings. A Malaysian member of parliament expressed optimism that such an event could become a regular occurrence, while a local official highlighted the initiative's role in fostering youth exchange in Asia-Pacific under the APEC China Year framework.

Scholars from various countries praised the significance of Chinese-language music in bridging cultural gaps. The C-Wave program has received widespread acclaim from experts in international affairs, China studies, UNESCO Culture Without Borders, and Chinese-language educational institutions worldwide. Its global reach has surpassed 300 million, with 137 domestic and international platforms simultaneously promoting the initiative.

The C-Wave Global Music Co-creation Plan aims to provide an international platform for amateurs, utilizing music as a means for cultural dialogue and promoting an open, inclusive Chinese culture to the world.