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Issue no. 2 | 2023

Exploring Linguistic and Cultural Frontiers:
11th International Tamil Research Conference

By Gousalyaa Sugumaran
3rd year Indian Studies Department

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at the Opening Ceremony of the 11th International Tamil Research Conference. Pic cred: TheSun

From July 21 to July 23, 2023, the hallowed halls of
Dewan Tunku Canselor at Universiti Malaya resonated
with scholarly discussions and cultural exchanges as the
University hosted the 11th International Tamil Research
Conference. The event drew participants from the local as
well as overseas Tamil community.

This three-day conference saw more than a thousand
enthusiasts, scholars, and researchers come together to
explore the richness of the Tamil language and its
multifaceted cultural heritage.

Human Resources Minister V.Sivakumar (Seated 3rd from left) will
YAB Dato Seri Anwar Bin Ibrahim, the Prime Minister of jointly chair the 11th International Tamil Research Conference with
Malaysia, graced the occasion as the special guest. His MIC deputy president Datuk Seri M. Saravanan (Seated 2nd left).
attendance underscored the government's recognition of Pic cred: WE
the contribution of the Tamil community to the The conference featured a diverse range of presentations
multicultural fabric of Malaysia. significance of such and discussions covering topics related to the Tamil
academic and cultural gatherings. language, literature, history, and contemporary issues.
Scholars from various corners of the world shared their
In his address, Prime Minister Anwar Bin Ibrahim insights, contributing to a global dialogue. The cultural
highlighted the importance of fostering a deeper program accompanying the conference showcased
understanding of linguistic diversity and cultural richness. traditional Tamil arts, dance, and music.

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