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Daily Express
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Express
RM10 million allocated to boost concerts, events under CEMI
Published on: Monday, June 16, 2025 Published on: Mon, Jun 16, 2025 By: Mardinah Jikur Text Size: Teo presents a mock cheque to representatives from the Sandakan Creative Arts and Local Musicians Association. SANDAKAN: A total of RM10 million has been allocated under the new Concerts and Events in Malaysia Incentive (CEMI), aimed at supporting Malaysia's creative and events industry. Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching said the Budget 2025 allocation through MyCreative Ventures is designed to raise industry standards and promote strategic partnerships. Advertisement She said the incentive supports large-scale concerts and events with a minimum venue capacity of 15,000, featuring both local and international acts to boost the national economy. Launched on 15 May, CEMI accepts applications under two categories -concerts and events for either international or local performers - subject to specific eligibility criteria. Teo announced this during a media conference after attending the 'Ask Me Anything' outreach programme here, where she also presented an RM80,000 Creative Content Fund (DKK) grant to the Sandakan Creative Arts and Local Musicians Association. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
The Star
14-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Applications for incentives to attract international concerts, events open May 15
PUTRAJAYA: Applications for financial incentives under the Concerts and Events in Malaysia Incentive (CEMI) program will open from May 15 to July 10, says Datuk Fahmi Fadzil. The Communications Minister said the initiative aims to boost the concert and event industry, attract international events and enhance Malaysia's economic landscape by generating employment and increasing tourism. ALSO READ: Financial incentive for bringing in big concerts "CEMI will offer financial incentives to event organisers who meet the criteria," he said. Separately, he said the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has not received any requests to ban Russian e-hailing applications InDrive and Maxim. He said that if the Transport Ministry were to submit such a request, MCMC would fulfil its duties in accordance with the law. "At present, MCMC has not informed me of any request from the Transport Ministry to take action," he said, adding that action can be taken under the Communications and Multimedia Act. He said this in response to a question on whether MCMC would ban the e-hailing applications that are ceasing operations in July.
Malaysian Reserve
14-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
CEMI opens for applications to boost concerts, international events
by SUFEA SALEHUDDIN APPLICATIONS for the Concerts and Events in Malaysia Incentive (CEMI) will open from May 15 to July 10, 2025, as part of the government's efforts to elevate Malaysia's profile as a leading venue for premier international events. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the initiative is intended to accelerate the growth of the local concert and event industry while supporting tourism and job creation. 'This incentive is expected to create employment opportunities, boost tourist arrivals and contribute significantly to the national economy,' he said at a media briefing today. CEMI will provide financial support to event organisers that meet specific eligibility criteria, including event scale, projected economic and tourism impact, incorporation of local content and compliance with programme guidelines. The programme is part of the government's broader effort to attract world-class events to Malaysia and develop the creative industry as a key economic driver. CEMI was first announced in 2023 as part of the Madani government's cultural economy framework. It was introduced in response to growing demand for international acts and major events in Malaysia, and to position the country as a regional hub for live entertainment, business conferences and creative showcases. The incentive is also intended to address challenges faced by local organisers in securing funding, infrastructure support and logistical coordination for large-scale productions.
