via China Daily, 02 November 2023: Malaysia has joined the International Ancient Walls and Castles Alliance, a group co-founded by China, Italy, and the UK, to foster cooperation in preserving ancient structures. I’m not sure what kind of city walls they are referring to in Malacca, unless they mean the various bastions that still remain.
Malaysia became the latest member of the International Ancient Walls and Castles Alliance co-established by China, Italy and the United Kingdom, formally joining the group at a conference in Xi’an, Shaanxi province, on Wednesday.
“Ancient city walls and castles are important parts of the World Heritage system that need to be protected,” Li Peifeng, deputy director of the Cheng Ho Cultural Museum in Malacca, Malaysia, said at the event.
“We are looking forward to joining hands with Xi’an to connect the ancient heritage with the heritage of today and revitalize their utilization.”
As with Xi’an, Malacca is listed as a World Heritage City by UNESCO. It is also a famous maritime trade city. The museum is researching the connection between Silk Road heritage in China and the heritage of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. It is also promoting educational programs under the World Heritage system, according to Li.
Source: Malaysia joins city wall protection alliance – World – Chinadaily.com.cn
