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September 28, 2025The Sarawak Cultural Village dancers became the highlight of the opening ceremony for the G-Festival and G-Valley Necktie Run held in Guro, South Korea, on September 26, 2025, through a spirited and captivating presentation of Sarawak’s rich cultural heritage. This vibrant showcase brought to life the diverse traditions, arts, and cultural nuances that define Sarawak, offering the audience a unique and immersive experience into the lives and customs of its indigenous communities. As a living museum renowned for preserving and celebrating the multifaceted cultures of Sarawak, the Cultural Village’s performance served as an authentic cultural ambassador, promoting Sarawak’s identity on an international stage. The event represented a deliberate and strategic effort to elevate Sarawak’s cultural visibility abroad, which is integral to tourism development. By engaging international audiences with its colourful dances, traditional costumes, and vivid storytelling, Sarawak not only fostered cultural appreciation but also opened pathways to attract tourists seeking distinctive cultural experiences. This cultural diplomacy initiative was part of a broader collaboration between Kuching South and Guro City, reinforcing their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties through cultural exchange and providing lasting benefits in tourism, economic growth, and mutual understanding.Advertisement This performance can be seen not only as entertainment but also as part of Sarawak’s ongoing strategy to position itself as a key cultural and tourism destination in Southeast Asia, one that offers rich heritage experiences uniquely intertwined with local identity and community pride. The presence of dignitaries, including Kuching South City Council’s Deputy Mayor Dato Zaiedi Suhaili, who participated alongside the Mayor of Guro and other officials in inaugurating the event, further highlighted the importance placed on fostering international cultural relations as a foundation for tourism and economic partnerships.Through such vibrant international presentations, Sarawak continues to send a powerful message about the vitality of its cultural heritage and its readiness to welcome and engage tourists worldwide, contributing significantly to the region’s ongoing tourism development efforts.AdvertisementCultural Exchange Fuels Tourism PotentialThe opening ceremony symbolised a significant moment of unity and cultural exchange, with the Deputy Mayor of Kuching South City Council (MBKS), Dato Zaiedi Suhaili, joining forces with the Mayor of Guro and other dignitaries to officially inaugurate the event. Such cultural showcases serve not only to entertain but also to introdu …
