YOGYAKARTA - The Minister of Culture of the Republic of Indonesia, Fadli Zon, held a strategic meeting with a row of national art figures at the Grand Hotel de Djokja, Sunday (29/3/2026). This meeting is an important momentum to strengthen the national art ecosystem as well as positioning Indonesian artists as the spearhead of cultural diplomacy in the global arena.
State Present for the Art Ecosystem
This open dialogue discusses various challenges faced by art practitioners, ranging from limited infrastructure, access to exhibition spaces, to support for mobility for artists to perform on the international stage.
Minister Fadli Zon emphasized that fine art is not merely a visual expression, but a representation of a dynamic national identity.
"We want to ensure that artists do not walk alone. The state is present to open access, strengthen networks, and create a healthy ecosystem for the growth of sustainable visual art practices," said Fadli Zon.
One of the main points highlighted by Menbud is the strengthening of the presence of Indonesian artists in international forums. According to him, artwork is the most effective universal language to introduce Indonesia's face to the world.
The government is committed to encouraging cross-country collaboration and active participation in prestigious world exhibitions as part of the national cultural strategy.
The presence of the Arts Figures and Masters
This meeting is special with the presence of a number of famous Indonesian artists who have traveled, including: Nasirun, Ugo Untoro, Putu Sutawijaya, Jumaldi Alfi, Yusman, Yunizar, Erica Hestu, Diah Yulianti, Mahdi Abdullah, and Galam Zulkifli.
The Ministry of Culture hopes that this social gathering will be the starting point for closer collaboration. In the future, the government promises to expand access and strengthen networks so that Indonesian fine art has strong competitiveness and can become a strategic instrument in international diplomacy.
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