Singapore, Malaysia enhance ties with annual gala variety show

SINGAPORE: About 800 people attended the annual gala variety show, Muzika Ekstravaganza, which aims to enhance ties between Singapore and Malaysia.

The two—hour show was co—produced by MediaCorp and Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM)

Featuring dance and music performances by artistes from both countries, the evening’s production paid tribute to the music featured in popular Malay movies from the 50s to the present.

Singapore’s Minister for Information, Communications and the Arts, Dr Yaacob Ibrahim, and Malaysia’s Minister for Information, Communications and Culture, Dr Rais Yatim were present.

Performers include Singapore Idol winner Sezairi Sezali and Malaysian Idol winner Jaclyn Victor.

— CNA/de