MIRI, Dec. 28 -- Twelve non-governmental organisations (NGOs) here are objecting the holding of a 'foam party' for the New Year's Eve celebration here, saying that the event is against Sarawak's cultural values.

The group spokesperson Mohamad Abdullah Jamin said the NGOs had received feedback from the local community expressing unease about the event, said to take place at an open-air venue in the city this Dec 31, as promoted on social media.

He said the organisers had revealed that foreign performers would be invited.

"Based on the videos shared online, their performances seem to not be in line with local societal norms.

"The 12 NGOs wish to emphasise that such entertainment does not reflect the culture and norms of Sarawak society,...