KUALA LUMPUR, March 22 — The celebration of National Artistes Day or ‘Hari Seniman Negara’, which falls today, should be elevated so that it evolves into a larger platform to recognise and honour the contributions of the entire arts community.

Persatuan Seniman Malaysia president Zed Zaidi, 46, whose real name is Rozaidi Jamil, said a more organised and large-scale celebration could reinforce efforts to recognise all groups within the creative industry while further energising the sector.