Singapore in good position to be regional centre of arts
By Satish Cheney, Channel NewsAsia | Posted: 01 July 2007 2312 hrs
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Minister for Manpower, Dr Ng Eng Hen
SINGAPORE: Singapore is well-positioned to be a centre of arts in the region due to its diverse and rich cultures, said Minister of Manpower Ng Eng Hen at the launch of UOB's 26th Painting of the Year.
Singapore's arts scene will not only serve as a foundation for its identity as a nation but also pave the way for the development of local creative industries.
An abstract painting by artist Hong Sek Chern clinched the UOB Painting of the Year title and S$20,000 in cash.
Her painting was one of the 1,100 entries submitted by some 800 participants.
The top winning works from the contest will be showcased at the Singapore Art Show 2007 in September.
- CNA/so
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