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The Indonesian Embassy in Beirut in collaboration with Padjadjaran University and Lebanese University held an online seminar or webinar with the theme 'Arts & Cultures: Comparison & Convergence between Indonesia and Lebanon' on Saturday (26/6). The webinar aims to enhance cultural diplomacy in Lebanon. It was held in three sessions: culture, arts and discussion.

In his remarks, Indonesian Ambassador in Beirut, Hajriyanto Y. Thohari said that this online seminar aims to introduce Indonesian and Lebanese cultures and enhance bilateral cooperation in all aspects between communities. According to Ambassador Thohari, culture is also a powerful tool in enhancing bilateral, regional and multilateral cooperation. Cultural diplomacy has had far-reaching and positive results around the world.

Ambassador Hajriyanto further stated that the Indonesian Embassy in Beirut has successfully launched the 'Indonesian Corner' as an Indonesian Information Center regarding Indonesian arts, culture and products. 'Indonesian Corner' can bring good benefits and unite the close relationship between students from both countries at Lebanese University.

Ambassador Thohari hopes that this webinar can be a stepping stone for the two universities for further cooperation in the future. The speakers in their respective fields from Padjadjaran University and Lebanese University who attended were Kurniawan Saefullah, Dr Rosaria Mita Amalia and Dr Ari J Adipurwawidjana, S.S, M.A. from Padjadjaran University. Meanwhile, from Lebanese University, they were Dr. Elsa Ghusub, Dr. Ali el-Ali and Dr. Akram Kanso.