30 SMEs Enliven Creative Economy Festival on Tidung Island

The Seribu Islands Tourism and Creative Economy Sub-agency (Parekraf) held a Creative Economy Festival at D'sah Square on Tidung Island, South Seribu Islands.

We hope it can promote the creative economy and tourism in Seribu Islands

Seribu Islands Vice Regent, Muhammad Fadjar Churniawan stated this region is not only a beautiful natural tourist destination, but can also pamper the tongue and eyes of visitors with local culinary and creative works.

"We hope it can promote the creative economy and tourism in Seribu Islands," he expressed, Thursday (10/5).

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According to him, the creative economy is a catalyst for sustainable development growth and also has the potential for a very significant economic contribution, including improving competitive advantage and providing a positive social impact.

"Hope it will have a positive impact on coached entrepreneurs in Seribu Islands," he hoped.

Seribu Islands Parekraf Sub-agency Head, Sonti Pangaribuan uttered that the Ekraf Festival was participated by 30 SMEs from various regional apparatus organizations (OPD).

The superior products exhibited in this festival included local food, local community handicrafts, and Gobang Batik.

"Alhamdulillah, all the bazaar stands and entertainment music stage areas were filled with residents," she uttered.

There were also performances from several well-known artists such as Erin Hansen, Lucky Jav, Evi Nadia, and Reggae Comedy. The same activity will also be held on Untung Jawa Island on October 7, 2023.

"Hopefully, it can be sustainable and provide memories for the community and tourists," she closed.