Attending The G20 Culture Ministerial Meeting, Fadli Zon Discusses The Identity And Contribution Of The Ministry

Minister of Culture of the Republic of Indonesia, Dr. Fadli Zon, M.Sc. (Doc. Ministry of Culture)

JAKARTA - The Minister of Culture of the Republic of Indonesia, Dr. Fadli Zon, M.Sc., attended the G20 Minister of Culture's Meeting in 2024 which was held in Salvador in Bahia, Brazil. On this occasion, the Minister of Culture expressed his appreciation to Brazil for his leadership in the G20 Presidency, especially in strengthening cultural roles as a pillar of global solidarity and sustainable development.

At this meeting, the Minister of Culture highlighted Indonesia's historic step, which recently formed a dedicated Ministry of Culture to manage issues exclusively. The formation of the first Ministry of Culture in Indonesian history, shows Indonesia's strong commitment to making culture the core of national identity and global contribution," he said. Through this ministry, Indonesia seeks to preserve, promote, and revitalize cultural heritage wealth, strengthen cultural expressions both at the local, regional and international levels.

The Minister of Culture also emphasized the importance of inclusion, social participation, and accessibility in maintaining cultural rights. Indonesia, with the motto BhinnekaTunggal Ika, always prioritizes diversity in everyday life and ensures freedom of cultural expression in the country. Indonesia remains committed to the principles of inclusion, social participation, and accessibility to fully uphold the rights of culture. We invite G20 countries to join in protecting cultural diversity, creating an environment where every expression of culture is respected and protected," said Minister Fadli.

Indonesia also invites all G20 members to take concrete steps in integrating culture with environmental sustainability, including the use of technology and socio-economic initiatives for cultural adaptation. Technological development such as artificial intelligence opens opportunities as well as challenges, especially in protecting the economic rights of cultural creators. We support international dialogue to ensure fair remuneration for them," he added.

This meeting is also an event for Indonesia to emphasize the importance of international cultural cooperation. We believe that culture is a bridge to build a better understanding, respect for differences, and are committed to world peace. Our vision is that culture not only lives within the boundaries of the country, but becomes a unifying force in promoting tolerance and harmony in the midst of global challenges," explained the Minister of Culture of Indonesia, welcoming South Africa's leadership in the next G20 Presidency and hoping that the G20 cultural agenda will continue to strengthen its role in creating a just and sustainable world.