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        "id": 1677697,
        "msgid": "indonesia-and-saudi-arabia-boost-creative-economy-cooperation-1776185453",
        "date": "2026-04-14 23:15:50",
        "title": "Indonesia and Saudi Arabia boost creative economy cooperation",
        "author": "",
        "source": "ANTARA_EN",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Trade",
        "summary": "Indonesian Minister Harsya Bimo Setiawan and Saudi Arabian Minister Prince Badr bin Abdullah met in Jakarta to enhance bilateral ties in the creative economy, emphasising shared spiritual and historical bonds as a foundation for sustainable growth. Key areas of collaboration include participation in the World Expo, strengthening the hajj and umrah ecosystem via creative products, talent and technology exchanges, intellectual property protection, and joint efforts in the 2026 World Conference on Creative Economy in Jakarta. Saudi Arabia highlighted incentives for film co-production, fashion initiatives like the 'Saudi 100 Brands' programme, and support for local brand development, aiming to position both nations as key players in the global creative economy.",
        "content": "<p>During the meeting in Jakarta, Tuesday, Harsya stated that Indonesia\nand Saudi Arabia share a long-standing relationship built not only on\ndiplomatic ties, but also on strong spiritual values, shared history and\npeople-to-people connections.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe relationship between Indonesia and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia\ngoes beyond formal diplomacy, rooted in spiritual values, shared history\nand a brotherhood that has endured across generations,\u201d the minister\nsaid in his statement.<\/p>\n<p>He added that the creative economy is a strategic sector for both\ncountries in driving sustainable growth. Indonesia, with its 17\nsubsectors, continues to develop its cultural potential combined with\nmodern innovation to generate new economic value.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe creative economy is a key driver of the future. We believe the\nfusion of cultural heritage and innovation will create sustainable\neconomic impact for both countries,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n<p>During the meeting, Minister Harsya identified several strategic\ncollaboration opportunities, including participation in the World Expo,\nstrengthening the hajj and umrah ecosystem through creative products,\ntalent and technology exchange, enhancement of intellectual property\n(IP) protection as well as collaboration in the World Conference on\nCreative Economy (WCCE) 2026 in Jakarta.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, Saudi Minister Badr bin Abdullah expressed appreciation\nfor the warm welcome and reaffirmed Saudi Arabia\u2019s commitment to\nexpanding cross-sector collaboration in the creative industries.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe look forward to strengthening collaboration in various fields,\nincluding expo, hajj, gaming and intellectual property. We also welcome\nthe invitation to participate in the upcoming global forum in Jakarta,\u201d\nhe said.<\/p>\n<p>Prince Badr also highlighted potential cooperation in film, fashion\nand talent development, including film production incentives and\neducational programs through arts institutions in Saudi Arabia.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, strengthening the intellectual property ecosystem and\nlocal brand development initiatives were emphasized to enhance global\ncompetitiveness.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIn the film sector, Saudi Arabia is developing the industry\ncomprehensively, from production to distribution, supported by various\nfunding schemes. We offer opportunities for film co-production with\nincentives of up to 60\u201365 percent of production costs,\u201d he remarked.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIn intellectual property, Saudi Arabia has established a dedicated\nauthority to support the creative industry. The \u2018Saudi 100 Brands\u2019\nprogram serves as an accelerator for local designers, alongside\nsustainable fashion initiatives, including eco-friendly ihram,\u201d he\nadded.<\/p>\n<p>This cooperation is expected to strengthen the position of Indonesia\nand Saudi Arabia as strategic partners in the development of the global\ncreative economy.<\/p>\n<p>Related news: Indonesia, Saudi Arabia strengthen bilateral relations\nthrough culture<\/p>",
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