The statement was made in response to complaints from the representatives of artists and art observers regarding the delivery of art goods to and from abroad, which often stagnated, thereby hindering efforts to bring in works of art and to organize art exhibitions.
"The KSP will try to find solutions to problems presented by artists and cultural observers," Presidential Chief of Staff Moeldoko noted in a statement received in Jakarta, Saturday.
"The KSP will ensure that government policies and regulations can run without obstacles in the field. In this case, the delivery of artistic goods is hampered and stuck in the border area,” Moeldoko noted.
He remarked that the KSP will invite officials from related ministries and institutions to find solutions to the problem of shipping art goods.
"We will summon the director general of the relevant ministries/institutions, and we will sit down together to find a solution. We will respond to the problems that exist in the public (domain)," he remarked.
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In addition, he highlighted the government's efforts to increase the space of expression for artists and art observers through measures, including the revitalization of Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (TMII) as a space for expression and appreciation of the nation's artistic creations.
"The government is working on how to make TMII a public area with new colors. The goods are old, but their functions are adapted to the current needs, one of which is to accommodate the expression space for Indonesian artists and culturalists," he noted.
Art observer Butet Kartaredjasa believes the KSP will help to overcome the obstacles faced by artists and culturalists.
"Of course, there are technical problems that we encountered on the field. However, we believe that Moeldoko, as the Presidential Chief of Staff, can help ease the burden and problems of fellow artists," he affirmed.
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Translator: Indra AP, Azis Kurmala
Editor: Suharto
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