Jokowi was accompanied by several ministers, who also chose to wear Cheongsam.
The president was greeted enthusiastically and entertained with lion dance attractions while visiting a "China Town" exhibition held at the hall.
Jokowi offered "angpao," money as gifts, to the lion dancers and toured the expo.
He also made a stopover at a booth of his youngest son, Kaesang, who sold fried bananas, fried chicken, and coffee.
The organizing committee for the event also offered free Chinese delicacy to visitors during the celebration.
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Translator: Nabila AC, Fardah
Editor: Sri Haryati
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