Manado, N Sulawesi (ANTARA News) - The Manado city government has promoted the international event titled "Manado Fiesta 2018" in Bandung, West Java Province.

"Our promotional efforts aim to attract the people of Bandung to the Manado Fiesta 2018. Hopefully, they would be able to participate in the annual event," Manado Mayor Vicky Lumentut stated here on Monday.

He noted that the promotion was conducted on Saturday evening during a special event organized by the city government, and all people of Manado living in Bandung were invited.

"The Manado Fiesta 2018 will be held on August 31-September 9, 2018. We hope all people of Manado here can help to ensure the success of the annual event and promote it," he stated.

Lumentut said while promoting Manado Fiesta 2018, the Manado city government had also elaborated on the concept of the event featuring seven main events: fish and coral, food, fashion, flying, fair, fun-music, and faith.

"The concept of the show is different as compared to the previous year, and with adequate preparations, this event is expected to be successful and better," he remarked.

The Manado Fiesta 2018 will be enlivened by collaborative land, sea, and air attractions.

In addition to promoting the activities of Manado Fiesta 2018 to residents in Bandung, the event is also being highlighted in other areas to invite more people to make the annual event a success.

Reporter: Joyce Bukarakombang
Editor: Bambang Purwanto
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