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Spreading Silat Melayu to Europe: Lessons in Soft Power and Scholarly Leadership
1. Introduction: Silat as Malaysia’s Cultural Messenger Silat Melayu, long revered as the traditional martial art of the Malay world, is no longer confined to the rivers and kampungs of Malaysia. Over the past decade, it has evolved into a symbol of cultural diplomacy and intellectual exchange, finding new audiences in Europe through scholarly…