Central Kalimantan Promotes Regional Flagship Products at National Craft Exhibition

The Regional National Crafts Council (Dekranasda) of Central Kalimantan is utilising the National Dekranasda Craft and Textile Exhibition to optimise the promotion of various regional flagship products. Aisyah Thisia Agustiar Sabran, Chair of Dekranasda Central Kalimantan, stated that the province’s participation in this national event is a strategic momentum to introduce local superior products. The national agenda is also being used to help small and medium industry players from Central Kalimantan further expand their marketing networks and open up new cooperation opportunities. The National Dekranasda Craft Exhibition is being held in Makassar, South Sulawesi, from 9 July to 12 July 2026. This activity is part of the commemoration of the 54th Family Welfare Empowerment Movement Unity Day (HKG PKK) and the 46th Anniversary of Dekranas. The Central Kalimantan stand displays crafts such as various accessories and innovative rattan wickerwork, as well as textiles including various types of benang bintik or typical Dayak batik from Central Kalimantan. Aisyah expressed appreciation for the spirit of the craftsmen and small industry players from Central Kalimantan who continue to innovate in developing various regional products so they can remain competitive. The crafts and textiles displayed at this event also reflect the cultural richness and local wisdom of Bumi Tambun Bungai. She explained that the momentum of Dekranas’ 46th anniversary is hoped to further strengthen the synergy between the government, Dekranasda, and craftsmen in preserving cultural heritage while encouraging sustainable creative economic growth. Previously, Chair of the Daily Committee for the 46 Years of Dekranas, Sukarniaty Kondolele, said that South Sulawesi as the host prepared around 200 stands for participants taking part in the craft and textile exhibition. The hundreds of stands provided include 158 stands occupied by Dekranasda from provinces, regencies, and cities across Indonesia, as well as ministries, institutions, and strategic partners. The exhibition, held in a shopping centre, aims to expand the promotion of the archipelago’s craft and textile products.