{
  "id": 17194900,
  "title": "Adat Perpatih must be preserved and documented for future generations, says N. Sembilan MB",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/adat-perpatih-must-be-preserved-and-documented-for-future-generations",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-30T07:21:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/30/adat-perpatih-must-be-preserved-and-documented-for-future-generations-says-n-sembilan-mb/241275"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Menteri Besar Datuk Ismail Lasim has emphasized the importance of preserving and documenting the matrilineal customary law system of Adat Perpatih in Negeri Sembilan, stating that it must be documented through digital technology, academic publications and heritage education to prevent the loss of cultural traditions over time. The menteri besar stressed that safeguarding this heritage involves the participation of communities, educational institutions, and government agencies. He clarified that Adat Perpatih is not merely a collection of inherited customs but represents a philosophy of life centered around consensus, consultation, justice, and shared responsibility. The menteri besar stated that customary leaders, educational institutions, and government agencies must collaborate to ensure traditional knowledge and practices are passed down to future generations. He also highlighted that Adat Perpatih and other cultural traditions of communities in Negeri Sembilan could contribute to the state's economy by offering unique attractions such as traditional cuisine, performing arts, handicrafts, and local history as tourism offerings. During Visit Negeri Sembilan Year 2026, the state government aims to elevate cultural heritage as a tourism product that attracts visitors and generates economic opportunities for local entrepreneurs. The three-day Perpatih Fest, which runs from October 30 until November 1, includes demonstrations of traditional luak customs, games, museum and ethnic exhibitions, heritage cuisine, cultural performances, seminars, discussions, forums on customary institutions and the cultural history of the Malay Archipelago, traditional costume competitions, and creative activities aimed at engaging younger generations with their cultural heritage.",
  "summary": "SEREMBAN, Oct 30 — Adat Perpatih, a matrilineal customary law system practised predominantly in Negeri Sembilan, m...",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}