FOSTERING
mutual understanding and dialogue among different communities is essential to
ensure peace and harmony in the country. Speaking at the subdistrict-level
Kaamatan Celebration 2013 at Sri Ontoros Hall last Saturday, Tenom Member of
Parliament, Datuk Raimie Unggi said Malaysia is a melting pot of cultures
reflected through the various cultural festivals celebrated by all in the
spirit of togetherness.
"Owing
to Malaysia's unique intercultural heritage, all cultural festivities are
celebrated together irrespective of race and religion, " he said.
Raimie
pointed out that the Harvest festival celebration is also an opportunity to
promote the rich cultural heritage of the indigenous Kadazan and Murut
communities throughout the country.
During
the celebration the visitors were entertained by much singing, traditional
dances as well as the local Unduk Ngadau Sugandoi beauty contest.
The
sub-district level Unduk Ngadau contest for Kemabong was won by 18-year-old
Sofeviadick Benedek, and the runner-up was Van Precila Sarag, 22. 18-year-old
Natasha Mathew took the 3rd place while the Miss Popular title was won by
Amanda Ng Fui Ne,19.
The
Unduk Ngadau was crowned by Datuk Raimie's wife, Datin Nuriah Hj. Ibrahim.
Among
those who attended the event were Sabah Rural Development Minister, Datuk Radin
Malleh, Assistant Sub-district officer for Kemabong, Fredian Gan and other
government officials and local community leaders. (Insight Sabah)
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