JAKARTA - The Minister of Culture of the Republic of Indonesia, Fadli Zon, hopes that Indonesian music will transform into a cultural frontliner in the international arena. The government targets national music to become a force of cultural diplomacy or soft power that is capable of creating a wave of global influence.
This hope was conveyed by Fadli Zon in the commemoration of the 2026 National Music Day held by the Indonesian Republic of Singers, Songwriters and Musicians Association (PAPPRI) at the Banten Provincial State Building, Monday, March 9 evening.
"We hope that Indonesian music can become one of the frontliners of culture in the international world. Like other countries that use music as soft power, we also hope that an 'Indonesian wave' or Indonesian wave will emerge from our music," said Fadli Zon in an official statement, Tuesday, March 10.
Nusantara Wealth as Global Capital
This year's commemoration carries the theme "Nata Nusantara, Resonansi Dunia". This theme emphasizes that the roots of Indonesian music, which originate from the diversity of local cultures, have great potential to penetrate the global stage.
Fadli explained that Indonesia has an extraordinary cultural capital in the form of 1,340 ethnic groups and hundreds of traditional musical instruments. This wealth is an infinite source of inspiration for the development of traditional and contemporary music.
"We hope that the ecosystem will get better through collaboration between musicians, artists, cultural activists, and governments at various levels," he added.
One of the government's concrete efforts in maintaining this asset is through the National Talent Management program to ensure traditional music is still known by the younger generation.
Cross-Ministry Synergy
The 2026 National Music Day commemoration was also attended by a number of ministers who highlighted music from various perspectives.
Minister of Creative Economy Teuku Riefky Harsya considers music as an extraordinary energy of the younger generation to strengthen the nation's identity as well as being a driving force for the creative economy.
Meanwhile, Minister of Manpower Yassierli emphasized the government's commitment to creating a professional and inclusive creative industry ecosystem. He ensured that music workers must receive employment protection and decent social security.
The solemn event was enlivened by the performance of the SNADA music group and veteran singer Ita Purnamasari. The series of activities was closed with a prayer accompanied by the recitation of Terebeng Gede, traditional art typical of Banten.
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