Iran, Jakarta ink cultural agreement

Head of Jakarta Arts Council Bambang Prihadi (2nd L) and Iran’s Cultural Attaché Mohammadreza Ebrahimi hold the signed agreement in Jakarta, Indonesia. ILNA

Iran’s Cultural Center in Indonesia and Jakarta Arts Council signed a cooperation agreement at the Iranian Embassy in Jakarta, aiming to deepen “practical” cultural and artistic exchanges between the two countries.
The memorandum of understanding was signed in the presence of senior cultural officials from both sides. It sets out plans for joint exhibitions, artist exchanges, and shared literary and cinematic programs.
Bambang Prihadi, head of the Jakarta Arts Council, welcomed the deal but stressed that it must “go beyond ceremony” and lead to action.
“We know Iran not only as an Islamic country, but as a nation with a deep legacy in civilization, literature, and the arts,” Prihadi said.
He called Iranian cinema “a major player” in the region and globally, and said he hoped the deal would provide a “solid foundation” for broader collaboration.
Iran’s cultural attaché, Mohammadreza Ebrahimi, highlighted the role of his office as a “bridge” for connecting Indonesian and Iranian institutions.
He proposed holding an online forum for poets, writers, and artists from both countries to “lay the groundwork” for future projects.
Prihadi welcomed the idea and said his council stood “fully ready” to help make it happen.
Ebrahimi pointed to past successes, noting that several Persian works have already been translated into Indonesian. One example was Man-e-Ou by Reza Amirkhani, released in 2022, which he said was “well received.”
The agreement outlines regular reporting every six months and the formation of a joint working group to ensure follow-through.
Both sides voiced hope that the deal would mark the beginning of “deep and lasting” cultural ties between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Indonesia.
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