Vice President Gibran Encourages the Use of Technology to Preserve Nusantara Culture
The Vice President of the Republic of Indonesia, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, conducted a working visit to East Lampung to meet with the Bela Budaya Nusantara community. During the visit, he was accompanied by the Deputy Governor of Lampung, Jihan Nurlela. This meeting aimed to discuss strategic steps in safeguarding Indonesia's cultural heritage so that it remains relevant in the modern era.
In his directives, Vice President Gibran emphasized the importance of the role of technology in cultural preservation. He invited the younger generation and art practitioners to utilize digital platforms as a means for promoting and documenting local cultural works. According to him, technology can help introduce the richness of Indonesian traditions to the wider community, both at the national and international levels.
In addition to the technological aspect, the discussion also highlighted the importance of collaboration between local governments and cultural communities. The government is expected to provide infrastructure support and creative spaces for artists. With good synergy, the noble values of Nusantara culture are expected to be maintained and passed on to future generations.
This visit serves as proof of the central and regional governments' commitment to supporting the preservation of national identity. Through the appropriate use of technology, it is hoped that local culture will not only survive but also be able to develop and adapt to the progress of the times without losing its original characteristics.