Pererat Silaturahmi Indonesian Citizens, Indonesian Embassy Holds Iftar Together In New Building

Breaking the fast with Indonesian citizens at the Indonesian Embassy in Berlin, Germany. (Source: Indonesian Embassy in Berlin)

JAKARTA - The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia (KBRI) in Berlin held a breaking of the fast together during Ramadan 1446 Hijri in the new building of the Indonesian Embassy.

The activity, which was attended by various elements of Indonesian Citizens (WNI) who live in Germany, was held on March 21.

"This event is a special moment to strengthen ties of friendship and strengthen a sense of togetherness among Indonesian citizens abroad, especially in Germany, as well as the first time the Indonesian Embassy in Berlin has invited a breaking of the fast together at the new building of the Indonesian Embassy in Berlin, which is located at Clara-Wick-Stra Marye 1, Berlin," said the Indonesian Embassy in Berlin in a statement, Monday, March 24.

The Ad Interim Business Authority of the Indonesian Embassy in Berlin, Fajar Wirawan Harijo, in his remarks revealed the importance of maintaining harmony and cohesiveness in the Indonesian community spread throughout Germany.

"Opening fast together is a symbol of togetherness and sharing, and it is our way to maintain Indonesian identity and culture, even though it is far from our homeland," he said.

The iftar event which was held in the multipurpose room of the Indonesian Embassy was also accompanied by a lecture on Ramadan wisdom by Ustad H. Adin Nurhaedin, Lc., who also leads the Maghrib and Isya prayers and continues with Tarawih prayers in congregation.

Indonesian people enthusiastically enjoy takjil dishes and break the fast for a simple menu of archipelago cuisine at the Indonesian Embassy in Berlin. Warmth in the atmosphere of breaking the fast together, beating the cold air outside the Indonesian Embassy in Berlin.

Through this activity, the Indonesian Embassy in Berlin hopes to further strengthen relations between Indonesia and Germany, as well as provide space for the Indonesian people to feel the warmth of the month of Ramadan and maintain brotherhood, harmony and solidity between the people of Indonesia, not only in Berlin but throughout Germany.

In addition, this activity is expected to become a routine agenda that at the same time strengthens a sense of pride in Indonesian culture in the international arena.