Sri Mulyani Asik Sipping Soto In Semarang, Netizens Ask Jokowi: Why Is Homecoming Prohibited?

Minister of Finance Sri Mulyani enjoys a typical Semarang soto aged on a work visit. (Photo: Capture the Instagram @smindrawati screen)

JAKARTA - Minister of Finance Sri Mulyani showed a relaxed atmosphere when he ended his working visit to Semarang on Thursday, March 25.

After attending the Stakeholder Meeting for the Acceleration of National Economic Recovery initiated by the Governor of Central Java Ganjar Pranowo, Sri Mulyani took the time to have a culinary 'tour' at one of her favorite soto shops.

"In the afternoon before returning to Jakarta, I took the time to enjoy Semarang's signature soup at a culinary place," said Sri Mulyani as she shared on her official Instagram account @smindrawati, Friday, March 26.

The best minister of finance in Asia Pacific for the 2020 version of Global Markets explained that each region has unique culinary delights and is a special attraction, both from the taste and the special memories implied in it.

"It is not uncommon for culinary to even become a branding that promotes the name of a region," said Sri Mulyani.

At that moment he seemed not awkward to share information about some traditional snacks that were clearly appetizing.

"This soup is very unique because of its many delicious and delicious knick-knacks, such as cakes, tempeh, and clam satay," he said.

He admitted, the soup that was enjoyed seemed to represent past experiences that are now present in a different atmosphere.

“Soto Semarang is one of the culinary menus that I have enjoyed since I was a child. However, enjoying it now with the team while chatting casually at the end of the visit feels good, "he added.

However, Sri Mulyani would not be her name if she did not study something without 'grazing' an economic perspective. In his presentation, the richness of culinary diversity in the country should be proud of and can be used as a strong capital for potential development.

"Culinary is recorded as the largest contributor to GDP (gross domestic product) subsector of the creative economy, which contributes 42 percent on average each year," he said, citing data from the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy.

With the COVID-19 pandemic, he continued, of course the culinary industry was affected, especially those located in tourist areas. This happened as a result of a decrease in the number of travelers who came to that place.

However, Sri Mulyani believes that in every challenge there are always opportunities that can be exploited.

“The development of transportation-based application platforms, social media, and market places is an opportunity for business actors. I hope that quality culinary products that are liked by the community will not only fulfill tastes and tastes, but also meet the current lifestyle of society, "he said.

At the end of the upload, the Minister of Finance asked a question regarding what favorite culinary delights his followers liked.

Instead of informing him about snacks that are his favorite, one of the netizens with the @therealapri account asked about the government's policy which has just decided to ban homecoming activities during this year's Ramadan.

"Please tell Pak Jokowi, why is going home prohibited from going home? Last year I did not go home because I followed the government's advice, "he said.

"If you want to ban, don't come near Eid, indeed the government doesn't know long-term planning," continued @therealapri.

This question seemed to represent the grievances of a large number of Indonesians who have been accustomed to returning to the hick for decades. Geez, I'm sorry, the name is also netizens +62, they really like being critical.