00:00 The International Festival Organization has warned that any legal action
00:06 will be taken against those who obstruct the event
00:09 and try to disrupt the concert held in this country.
00:12 The group said that it faces opposition from political and religious groups
00:18 who encourage the cancellation of concerts
00:20 showing artists who are associated with activities considered sinful
00:24 and supporting certain communities.
00:26 The group's president, Riza Kambal, said that the group would take proactive action
00:31 by taking legal action against unfounded lawsuits and discrimination.
00:37 Stressing that the concert is important in improving the reputation of Malaysians
00:42 and promoting economic growth, Riza said
00:45 that the lack of bureaucracy and political pressure threatens the potential of the concert industry.
00:50 Last year, Nasruddin Hassan, the head of the Central Emergency Management Agency,
00:54 questioned whether the government wants to promote hedonism and a "seductive" culture
00:59 in this country by allowing coplay to perform.
01:03 (upbeat music)
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