Vice President of Indonesia, Ma'ruf Amin, accompanied by Wapres (Deputy Vice President) Gibran Rakabuming Raka, visited the Pasar Mardi Ka, also known as the Maluku Market, in Ambon, Maluku Province on Tuesday.
The vice president and deputy vice president were met with enthusiasm from the vendors and shoppers at the bustling market. The duo took part in a ceremony to commemorate the 77th anniversary of the establishment of the Maluku Sultanate.
According to local officials, the Pasar Mardi Ka is an iconic symbol of Ambon's rich cultural heritage. With over a century-old history, the market showcases traditional goods and handicrafts from various islands across Indonesia.
During their visit, Wapres Gibran Rakabuming Raka expressed his satisfaction with the market's current condition, stating that it had undergone significant improvements under the current administration. However, he also acknowledged the need for further efforts to preserve and promote local products, as well as to create opportunities for young entrepreneurs to participate in the market.
The vice president and deputy vice president were also presented with traditional gifts from local communities, including intricately crafted wooden masks and colorful textiles. The gesture aimed to strengthen bonds between the government and the people of Maluku Province.
The visit marked a significant milestone in the administration's efforts to promote cultural heritage and community development in the region. By engaging with local stakeholders and showcasing Indonesia's rich cultural diversity, the government aims to build a stronger sense of national unity among its citizens.
The vice president and deputy vice president were met with enthusiasm from the vendors and shoppers at the bustling market. The duo took part in a ceremony to commemorate the 77th anniversary of the establishment of the Maluku Sultanate.
According to local officials, the Pasar Mardi Ka is an iconic symbol of Ambon's rich cultural heritage. With over a century-old history, the market showcases traditional goods and handicrafts from various islands across Indonesia.
During their visit, Wapres Gibran Rakabuming Raka expressed his satisfaction with the market's current condition, stating that it had undergone significant improvements under the current administration. However, he also acknowledged the need for further efforts to preserve and promote local products, as well as to create opportunities for young entrepreneurs to participate in the market.
The vice president and deputy vice president were also presented with traditional gifts from local communities, including intricately crafted wooden masks and colorful textiles. The gesture aimed to strengthen bonds between the government and the people of Maluku Province.
The visit marked a significant milestone in the administration's efforts to promote cultural heritage and community development in the region. By engaging with local stakeholders and showcasing Indonesia's rich cultural diversity, the government aims to build a stronger sense of national unity among its citizens.