JAKARTA - The celebration of Eid which was attended by Indonesian citizens and foreigners shows an open face of Indonesia, said Ambassador Achsanul Habib.
He said that on the sidelines of the Eid celebration held by the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Indonesia (PTRI) Geneva, Switzerland on Friday 6 June which was attended by around 200 congregations from the Muslim community of Indonesia and foreigners who live in Geneva and its surroundings, and attended by ambassadors and diplomats from friendly countries.
The Eid prayer at PTRI Geneva this time was enlivened by Vidi Pati, and Khotib Duta Besar Nur Rakhman Setyoko who is also the Second Dewatapri of PTRI Geneva.
After the prayer, this celebration was filled with friendlyness which was held thanks to the support from various elements of society, including the active contribution from the Nurul Iman Geneva Islamic Recitation Group (KPI), which has been collaborating closely in organizing Islamic activities at PTRI Geneva.
The Ad Interim (KUAI) Business Authority of PTRI Geneva Ambassador Achsanul Habib said that the celebration of Eid al-Adha is a reminder of the importance of the value of sacrifice and solidarity in social life.
"Eiduladha is not only about sacrificial worship, but also about the willingness to share, strengthen empathy, and strengthen inter-even ties. In the midst of existing diversity, these values are an important foundation in building harmony," said Ambassador Achsanul Habib, launching a statement from PTRI Geneva, Sunday 8 June.
"Through togetherness in this celebration, both with the people of Indonesia and with colleagues from various countries, we want to show an open face of Indonesia, full of respect, and committed to universal human values," he added.
This year's Eid al-Adha celebration took place with a wider presence, including the participation of hundreds of Indonesian delegates who were attending important sessions in Geneva who participated in celebrating the moment of Eid al-Adha 1446 H warmly.
As part of efforts to bring the atmosphere of the archipelago in overseas, PTRI Geneva presents a variety of typical Eid dishes such as Nasi Mandhi Complit, Solo Sausage, Shrimp Balado, to sweet snacks such as Ant Nests and other Indonesian snacks. Everything is served to raise the nuances of Eid al-Adha traditions in the country.
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The Eid al-Adha celebration at PTRI Geneva is not only a space for friendship and spiritual reflection, but also a means of strengthening Indonesian cultural diplomacy in the midst of the global community.
The presence of the international community who participated in this activity emphasized that Indonesia's religious traditions and values were able to become a bridge to strengthen national relations inclusively and meaningfully.
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