Cultural Diplomacy, Menbud Fadli Zon Inaugurates Indonesian Cultural Center In Dili

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DILI Minister of Culture, Fadli Zon, inaugurated the activation of the Indonesian Cultural Center (PBI) in Dili, Timor-Leste, Monday (6/10). On that occasion, Fadli also signed the inauguration of the Garuda Statue, a symbol of friendship between the two nations.

This step is a new chapter of Indonesian cultural diplomacy, Timor Leste. Not just a ceremony, but a tangible manifestation of the commitment to strengthening relations between the two countries that are bound by the same history and culture.

Indonesia and Timor-Leste are not only geographically neighbors, but also historically and culturally brothers. This activation is a strategic momentum to strengthen cultural cooperation between the two nations," said Fadli Zon.

The Indonesian Cultural Center in Dili is designed to be a space for inter-cultural interactions and collaboration. This PBI activation features various activities: screening and discussion of Indonesian films, gastronomi workshops, literature, and Indonesian wastra introduces the wealth of culinary, story, and traditional Nusantara cloth to the people of Timor-Leste.

"I hope PBI will become a joint home for learning, working, and dialogue. A place to deepen friendship as well as strengthen relations between countries," added Fadli.

According to him, cultural diplomacy is the key to the nation to strengthen identity, enrich world civilization, and open space for dialogue across nations.

"With the spirit of mutual respect and development, cultural diplomacy will continue to be a bridge for the brotherhood of Indonesia and Timor-Leste, now and in the future," he said.

This activity was also attended by the Indonesian Ambassador to Timor-Leste, Okto Dorinus Manik, Plt. President Director of Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, Ratri Paramita, and the Indonesian Embassy's Education and Culture Attache Dili, Prof. Dr. Tasrifin Tahara.