Indonesian Night Market Enlivens Phnom Penh, Ambassador Santo: Music, Dance And Food Are Universal Languages

Indonesian Night Market Phnom Penh, Cambodia. (KBRI Phnom Penh)

JAKARTA - Music, dance and food which is a universal language, are expected to strengthen relations between the Indonesian people of Cambodia and Cambodia when opening the Phsaar Reatrei Indonesia (Indonesian Night Market) on Saturday.

The event, which was held by the Indonesian Embassy in Phnom Penh at Chaktomuk Walk Street on November 15-16, presented cultural festivals, culinary bazaars to Indonesian products. The event was opened with Ambassador Santo with the State Secretary of the Cambodian Ministry of Tourism, Katoeu Mohammad Nossry, and Deputy Governor of Phnom Penh Imran Hassan.

Ambassador Santo said that the Indonesian Night Market is an "celebration of frequency" that emphasizes the warm and vibrant atmosphere like in the country. He also invited visitors to enjoy this event as a place to meet, share stories and strengthen the community of the two countries.

This evening's market presents 12 booths that provide various Indonesian foods and products. Visitors can taste popular dishes such as meatballs, chicken satay to martabak, and find a variety of Indonesian products that are now increasingly popular in Cambodia, ranging from food and beverages, body care products, to traditional medicines.

Cultural performances are the main part of this event. Visitors can enjoy traditional Indonesian dances and music performed by students of the Indonesian Cultural Center (Pusbudi) Nusantara at Phnom Penh. The event was also enlivened by dangdut songs from young Indonesian singer Fire Amanda, as well as the special performance of Indonesian pairing music "Khmer" by DJ Osvaldo Nugroho.

In addition, there are various interactive games that provide opportunities for visitors to win prizes in the form of Indonesian products.

"Music, dance, and food are universal languages that are expected to connect Cambodians with Indonesian culture in a memorable and pleasant way," said Ambassador Santo, launching a statement from the Indonesian Embassy in Phnom Penh November 16.

Ambassador Santo further hopes that this event can strengthen relations not only between the people of Indonesia and Cambodia, but also with the wider international community living in Phnom Penh.

The Phsaar Reatrei Indonesia event organized by the Indonesian Embassy in Phnom Penh with the support of Smart Axiata at Chaktomuk Walk Street is not only intended to attract visitors on weekends, but also to support the Cambodian government's efforts to make the area the main center of culture and tourism.

The Indonesian Embassy in Phnom Penh said, Phsaar Reatrei Indonesia is part of Indonesia's cultural diplomacy efforts, a forum to introduce Indonesian culture, strengthen understanding between Indonesia and Cambodia, and celebrate shared values.

In addition, the market tonight aims to attract the people of Cambodia to visit Indonesia, introduce various Indonesian products, and support wider cooperation in tourism and trade between the two countries.