New Guidelines On Live Shows Muddy The Industry Further

Rizal Kamal, President, Arts, Live Festival and Events Association (ALIFE)

16-Mar-23 07:45

New Guidelines On Live Shows Muddy The Industry Further

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Malaysia risks losing out in hundreds of millions of ringgit in revenues from concerts and live events which are known to draw foreign tourists to the country. All this because of updated guidelines from PUSPAL, the central authority governing foreign filming and performances, that prohibit events from happening during religious holidays and even how performers are dressed. Rizal Kamal, President of the Arts, Live Festival and Events Association (ALIFE), explains the situation for us.

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Categories: government, music

Tags: puspal, concerts, music festivals, rules and regulations,

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