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VOInews, Jakarta: The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia (KBRI) Belgrade held a Diplomatic Reception in commemoration of the 78th Anniversary of Indonesia and the Indonesian Armed Forces on Thursday (5/10/2023). This effort was made to maintain the momentum of closer Indonesia-Serbia relations.

The Diplomatic Reception of the Indonesian Embassy in Belgrade was attended by a number of high-ranking Serbian officials including First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ivica Dacic, and Minister of Regional Development, Edin Djerlek, Heads of Representatives and diplomatic circles as well as international organizations, business circles, other partners and friends of Indonesia in Serbia.

"Indonesia-Serbia cooperation is not only reflected in increased trade, but also includes strengthening political relations, cultural exchanges and educational cooperation," said Indonesian Ambassador to Serbia Mochammad Chandra Widya Yudha, in a statement from the Indonesian Embassy in Belgrade received by Indonesia Window here on Friday (6/10/2023).

The year 2023 was marked by improved relations in various sectors, including an increase in trade volume by 227% in the first half of 2023 compared to last year. The collaboration between the two countries also resulted in the inauguration of the document "The First Summit of the Non-Aligned Movement in Belgrade" as UNESCO's Memory of the World.

"In addition, Serbia's accession to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in South East Asia (TAC) reflects Serbia's recognition of ASEAN principles and values promoted in Indonesia's Chairmanship of ASEAN in 2023," the Indonesian Embassy in Belgrade wrote.

The close socio-cultural ties between Indonesia and Serbia were also reflected in the cultural performances at the Diplomatic Reception, which fully involved the Serbian community in showcasing Indonesian language, culture and arts. This included choir groups, dance groups and gamelan groups.

"Partnerships and cooperation in various sectors are increasingly opening up opportunities for people-to-people-contact interactions," Ambassador Chandra said.

Furthermore, according to him, people-to-people-contact that is fostered continuously through the facilitation of various scholarships from the governments of the two countries, has also further increased understanding of each other, as a basic capital for increasing the diplomacy of Indonesia and Serbia to a further stage. (VOI/Andy)

VOInews, Jakarta: It's not just the Jakarta Fair that has Kerak Telor, this week, Paris also had special guests, Kerak Telor and Bir Pletok. For the first time in history, these two Betawi specialties stopped by Paris, at the Fête de l'Archipel or Nusantara Festival organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia (KBRI) in Paris in collaboration with the DKI Jakarta Tourism and Creative Economy Office and a number of other agencies.

"The world-renowned gastronomy school, Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, was visited by Kerak Telor and Bir Pletok served by Indonesian celebrity Chef, Chef Marinka, a judge of Master Chef Indonesia," wrote the Indonesian Embassy in a statement received by Indonesia Window here on Friday (6/10/2023).

The Cordon Bleu students filled the Kerak Telor cooking demonstration room and were very enthusiastic about learning about the various spices typical of the country that have opened the path of exploration to the archipelago in the late Middle Ages (spice route). "The prospective chefs were also very interested in the use of charcoal / firewood in the process of making Kerak Telor in the traditional way, which can provide a special aroma," wrote the Indonesian Embassy.

The Indonesian Ambassador to Paris, Mohamad Oemar, who was warmly welcomed by the CEO of Le Cordon Bleu International, André Cointreau, conveyed Indonesia's richness in terms of food recipes that need to be tasted and learned.

"Most of the basic spices of Indonesian cuisine have been exported throughout the world, so that the world-renowned chefs can help promote the taste of Indonesian specialties in their respective restaurants in the future," he said.

Meanwhile, CEO of Le Cordon Bleu International, André Cointreau, said that many of Cordon Bleu's gastronomy graduates from Indonesia are successful in improving the quality of their dishes. Currently, there are at least 30 Indonesian students studying at Le Cordon Bleu Paris.

"André Cointreau is also looking at opportunities to work with the Indonesian Government to develop a gastronomy school in Indonesia," the Indonesian Embassy wrote.

The event with the theme "Culinary Voyage to the Archipelago of Indonesia" was held within the framework of the Nusantara Festival, which is an integrated promotional event for Indonesia in the fields of trade, investment, creative economy including fashion and culinary, as well as culture and tourism.

This activity was held by the Indonesian Embassy in Paris from September 29 to October 5, 2023 to increase Indonesia's visibility in France, including efforts to penetrate the world market.

The Nusantara Festival series of events began with trade promotion in the Spring/Summer 2024 collection exhibition on the official Paris Fashion Week agenda. Eight Indonesian brands, namely 3Mongkis, Aidan and Ice, Artkea Stripes, Artkea Bloom, Christin Wu, Elly Han Jewelry, IKYK, Jewel Rocks Bijoux, and Long Stroy Short, displayed their collections at the L'Adresse Showroom during the week to potential buyers from all over the world who attended the Fashion Week in Paris.

On the investment front, the Indonesian Embassy in Paris in collaboration with the French business association, MEDEF International, organized the Indonesia-France Business Forum on 4 October 2023 to promote investment opportunities in Indonesia, particularly in the development of the Archipelago's Capital City. The event was also attended by the Head of IKN Authority.

The promotional activities were followed by a showcase of Indonesian wastra and culture which featured 9 homeland brands to the world fashion stage namely 3Mongkis, Adrie Basuki, Artkea x Aidan and Ice, Batik Gobang Jakarta, Hian Tjen, IKYK, Natakerti Fashion Designer, and Tidore weaving from North Maluku presented by Puta Dino Kayangan brand.

The show was also enlivened by Balinese dance performances by Institut Seni Indonesia (ISI) Denpasar accompanied by Gamelan Puspawarna from the Pantcha Indra Association based in Paris. In addition, the DKI Jakarta Cultural Office also took the Salon Opéra at the InterContinental Paris - Le Grand Hotel by storm with a Betawi dance performance accompanied by a thunderous Gambang Kromong orchestra.

"The two groups of artists from Jakarta and Bali also enlivened the Diplomatic Reception in commemoration of the 78th Anniversary of the Independence of the Republic of Indonesia and the 78th Anniversary of the Indonesian National Army," wrote the Indonesian Embassy.

The Diplomatic Reception was attended by at least 500 associates and key partners of the Indonesian Embassy in Paris, foreign Ambassadors based in Paris, Defense Attaches based in Paris, representatives of the French Government, Indonesian business partners, and indonesianists who continue to actively support the promotion of Indonesia in France. (VOI/Andy)

VOINews, Jakarta - The Nusantara Capital Authority (OIKN) and museum consulting agency France Museums discussed the development of a museum equipped with futuristic technology in the new capital city (IKN) Nusantara, East Kalimantan Province.

“We would like to know how to develop an up-to-date museum. For example, we used to see museums that display history, but now, we can see museums applying futuristic concepts, such as holograms,” OIKN Head Bambang Susantono noted in a statement received here on Friday.

Susantono then explained that the authority visited France Museums in Paris to gain insights on ways to develop a museum that applies futuristic technology.

“In addition to merely discussing how to build a museum, the Nusantara Capital City Authority met with the France Museums to gain knowledge on how to develop a museum equipped with futuristic technology,” he stated.

During its visit to France, OIKN had an opportunity to discuss various aspects related to museums with Herve Barbaret and Junia Jorgji, France Museums’ chief executive officer and director of special projects.

OIKN made the most of the visit to gain an outlook on how to develop a futuristic museum in IKN that displays the unique identity of the new capital city.

Chief Executive Officer Herve Barbaret emphasized the importance of creating and applying adaptive technology that can preserve its relevance from time to time in the hopes of proffering up-to-date experiences to visitors of a museum.

Meanwhile, Junia Jorgji, on her part, said that OIKN should apply extraordinary ways of thinking in developing a museum, adding that the most important aspect is to not copy something that already exists.

It is expected that by holding a discussion with France Museums, OIKN will succeed in building a unique and futuristic museum that can attract a broad population for a long term. (Reuters)

VOINews, Jakarta - United States Special Advisor on International Disability Rights Sara Minkara will attend the ASEAN High Level Forum (AHLF) on Disability-Inclusive Development and Partnership beyond 2025, according to the US Department of State.

The event is scheduled to be held in Makassar, South Sulawesi on October 10-12.

In a press release on Thursday, the US Department of State stated that Minkara traveled to Jakarta and Makassar on October 4-11 to participate in the forum organized by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

She will also attend the first ever ASEAN-US High-Level Dialogue on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

During her visit, she will meet with government officials, non-governmental organizations, disability activists, business and religious leaders, as well as other stakeholders, to promote the full social and economic empowerment and inclusion of persons with disabilities.

Meanwhile, Indonesian Minister of Social Affairs Tri Rismaharini stated on Tuesday that the forum would demonstrate the commitment of ASEAN countries to inclusivity for persons with disabilities.

"The forum is also to show that Makassar is a civilized society that respects the rights of people with disabilities," she remarked. (Reuters)