JAKARTA - DKI DPRD member Hardiyanto Kenneth stated that the spirit of Chinese New Year teaches the importance of harmony in diversity of ethnicity, religion, race, and culture, Jakarta proves that differences are not a barrier, but a strength.
"From this difference, creativity, innovation, and social solidarity are born," Kenneth said in his statement in Jakarta, quoted by Antara, Tuesday, February 17.
According to Bang Kent, a nickname for Hardiyanto Kenneth, Chinese New Year is not just a change of year in the lunar calendar. But more than that, this celebration is full of virtue values such as hard work, perseverance, respect for parents, and the spirit of mutual cooperation that is relevant in community life.
Kent added that DKI Jakarta has long been known as a big house for diversity, from historical areas such as Glodok to modern economic centers, the contribution of the Chinese ethnic community has been considered an integral part of the long journey of the capital city of Jakarta.
He stated that the cultural heritage, traditions, cuisine, and the entrepreneurial spirit of the Chinese ethnic community, have enriched Jakarta's identity as a dynamic and multicultural city.
"These values are universal, and become an important foundation in building DKI Jakarta as an inclusive and equitable global city," he said.
As a representative of the people, Kent emphasized his commitment to continue to encourage policies that guarantee equality, protection of rights, and cultural expression for all communities without exception.
He also assessed that the celebration of Chinese New Year, which can now be celebrated openly and festively, is proof of the nation's maturity in caring for diversity.
Kent invited all elements of society to make the 2026 Chinese New Year as a momentum to strengthen unity, and increase real contributions to the development of DKI Jakarta.
"In the midst of global economic challenges and evolving social dynamics, we need optimism, solidarity, and joint work," he said.
He emphasized that the celebration of Chinese New Year is not only an annual tradition, but also a momentum to strengthen togetherness and harmony in the midst of diversity in the capital city of Jakarta.
"In the momentum of celebrating the Chinese New Year 2577 Kongzili in 2026, I wish all Chinese people in Jakarta and wherever they are a happy Chinese New Year. Gong Xi Fa Cai, Xin Nian Khuai Le. May this new year bring blessings, health, peace, and prosperity for all of us," he said.
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