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Archipelago 5 days ago
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Artists calls for stronger support for Mak Yong theater amid UNESCO bid
At present, only two troupes in the Riau Islands continue to practice Mak Yong, with just one still actively performing, placing the survival of this centuries-old art form at risk for future generations.
Society 4 months ago
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Lively libraries, bookshops defy ‘myth’ of low reading interest
Offline reading spaces across the capital are abuzz with activity, presenting a counterpoint to the country's oft-cited poor reading interest, though increasing access to literary materials in remote regions remains a challenge.
Asia & Pacific 4 months ago
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Legendary Jeju female divers face uncertain future
The growing popularity of Jeju Island’s haenyeo may not be enough to save the fate of a centuries-long tradition, which has seen the number of its practitioners dwindling over the years. Yet, the female divers march on to save it from extinction.
Asia & Pacific 4 months ago
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Indonesian debuts as UNESCO language at Uzbekistan conference
Indonesia's schools minister marked a milestone for the country on Tuesday when he addressed the ongoing UNESCO general conference in Uzbekistan using his mother tongue, while urging protection for education as a fundamental right in conflict zones, including Gaza.
Art & Culture 6 months ago
Fadli Zon emphasizes Indonesia’s role in global cultural policy at UNESCO MONDIACULT 2025
During his state visit to Europe, Culture Minister Fadli Zon attended this year’s UNESCO World Conference on Cultural Policies and Sustainable Development (MONDIACULT) in Barcelona, Spain.
Academia 7 months ago
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Bridge-building where it matters: Indonesia’s moment in UNESCO’s new era
As the world's fourth-largest country and one of the largest Muslim-majority democracies, Indonesia’s pluralist traditions, rich cultural heritage and educational challenges all contribute to the themes at the heart of UNESCO’s mandate.
Archipelago 8 months ago
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Govt to nominate viral Pacu Jalur boat race for UNESCO cultural heritage list
In recent months, Pacu Jalur has drawn global attention thanks to a viral video of 11-year-old Rayyan Arkhan Dikha performing calm, rhythmic movements atop a racing jalur, a performance that ignited the worldwide ‘aura farming’ trend on social media.
