Indonesia and Morocco deepen cultural ties at Jakarta musical evening
A two‑day cultural program titled “A Musical Bridge Between Morocco and Indonesia” was held in Jakarta on July 28‑29, 2026. The event was jointly organised by Indonesia’s Ministry of Culture and the Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco and featured performances by Muara Performing Arts and Melodies of Andalus.
Indonesian Culture Minister Fadli Zon said culture creates dialogue, builds trust and strengthens bilateral relations, while Moroccan Ambassador Redouane Houssaini said the evening enhances cultural cooperation between the two countries. The programme included a shared Indonesian dinner and traditional Moroccan tea, providing an informal setting for diplomats, officials and guests.
The ministers highlighted the historic depth of the partnership, noting ties that stretch back to the 14th‑century visit of explorer Ibn Battuta to the Samudera Pasai Kingdom and to the 1955 Asian‑African Conference in Bandung. 2026 marks 66 years of diplomatic relations, and the two nations continue cooperation in education, tourism, creative industries and broader cultural exchange.
Entities: Ethiopia · Fadli Zon · Faizal Chery Sidharta · Indonesia · Kingdom of Morocco · Morocco · Muara Performing Arts · Nial Djuliarso · Redouane Houssaini · Republic of Indonesia
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- [● 4 SOURCES] Moroccan Ambassador Redouane Houssaini said the event enhances cultural cooperation between Morocco and Indonesia. (Ambassador’s remarks)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Indonesia and Morocco have maintained diplomatic relations for 66 years as of 2026. (Historical record)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Indonesian Culture Minister Fadli Zon said culture creates dialogue, builds trust and strengthens bilateral relations. (Minister’s remarks)
- [● 4 SOURCES] The event included a shared Indonesian dinner and traditional Moroccan tea. (Event programme)
- [● 4 SOURCES] A musical event titled “A Musical Bridge Between Morocco and Indonesia” was held in Jakarta on July 28‑29, 2026. (Event organizers)
- [● 4 SOURCES] The Indonesia‑Morocco relationship traces back to the 1955 Asian‑African Conference in Bandung and subsequent mutual recognitions. (Historical context)
- [● 4 SOURCES] The cultural evening featured performances by Muara Performing Arts and Melodies of Andalus. (Event schedule)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Explorer Ibn Battuta visited the Samudera Pasai Kingdom in the 14th century, establishing early Indonesia‑Morocco contacts. (Historical record)