Djarot Hopes Jakarta will Become a Global City Rooted in Culture
Reported by Fakhrizal Fakhri | Translated by Rizky Mawardi
Former Jakarta Governor, Djarot Saiful Hidayat, said that Jakarta continues to develop into a global city that is not only physically advanced, but also able to improve the quality of life and welfare of the community.
committed to human-centered development
As Jakarta approaches its fifth century, its development continues to place people at the center. Djarot stated that the city's progress must go hand in hand with efforts to enhance the dignity and worth of its citizens.
Ministry of Home Affairs Commends Economic Stability and Social Harmony"Jakarta is not only a developed city, but also truly committed to human-centered development. We are realizing Jakarta's development that fosters and enhances the dignity of its people," he said.
He believes that Jakarta, as a global city, must maintain its identity and cultural character. Modernization must not eliminate the values that have been part of Jakarta's long history.
"Becoming a global city, but still rooted in its cultural roots," he added.
Djarot also appreciated the leadership of the Jakarta Governor, Pramono Anung and Vice Governor, Rano Karno who were able to maintain the stability and security of the capital city.
"Congratulations Jakarta continues to move under the dynamic leadership of Pramono and Rano, but the atmosphere in Jakarta is very stable and safe," he continued.
Furthermore, Djarot emphasized waste management as a priority that needs to be strengthened. He also encouraged waste management to begin at the source by fostering the habit of sorting waste at home.
"The priority is waste management. We must support Jakarta's program to sort waste from the source. Let's sort waste from the source, and we'll solve the problem at the source," he appealed.