Concerts and Entertainment Events Boost Jakarta's Economy
Reported by Dessy Suciati | Translated by Rizky Mawardi
Jakarta Governor, Pramono Anung stated that the holding of a number of international-scale entertainment events in Jakarta has boosted the economy by nearly Rp 250 billion.
The economy moved in Jakarta
Jakarta's economic transactions have seen a significant increase through entertainment events, such as the Pestapora music festival and The Weeknd's concert.
Jakarta International Stadium Sets Up Transit Schemes for The Weeknd Concert"And I received a report, during the implementation of Pestapora and also The Weeknd for two days, the economy moved in Jakarta as a result of that almost Rp 250 billion," he said, Monday (9/28).
The presence of world-class musicians who made Jakarta their main concert destination was also appreciated by the Dean of New York University when he met with Governor Pramono.
The concert is considered to further increase public trust and strengthen Jakarta's position in the eyes of the world.
"They expressed their appreciation because now as a global city, Jakarta has also become a place for performances by big bands or artists in Jakarta," he added.
Besides The Weeknd, several other top musicians are also scheduled to hold concerts in Jakarta, such as Kanye West and Westlife.
