Minister of Culture Emphasizes Culture as a Pillar of Inclusive Economy

Jakarta (ANTARA) — Minister of Culture Fadli Zon emphasized the significant role of culture in supporting an inclusive and sustainable economy. He stated that multiple nations are leveraging culture as a ‘soft power’, integrating it into their modern industries to fuel economic growth. Fadli conveyed these ideas in his speech on cultural economy and industry during the ‘Starting Year Forum 2026’. Emphasizing that natural resources will eventually deplete, he pointed to cultural and creative industries as an inexhaustible source.