“This is a major opportunity to showcase Indonesia’s capacity as a global sports hub, particularly in badminton, which is indeed the pride of the nation,” said Minister Ariotedjo in an official statement released by the Ministry of Youth and Sports in Jakarta on Monday.
The offer was made by BWF President Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul during her visit to the Indonesia Arena in Jakarta with Minister Ariotedjo on Sunday (June 8), during the Kapal Api Indonesia Open 2025 tournament.
Leeswadtrakul’s visit was part of a strategic agenda aimed at strengthening relations between Indonesia and the BWF, while also exploring potential collaboration in hosting international badminton tournaments.
It was noted that Leeswadtrakul was highly enthusiastic and impressed by the venue and the atmosphere at the Indonesia Arena. The grandeur of the facility is a major attraction, making it highly suitable for hosting world-class badminton events.
Following the inspection, Leeswadtrakul formally extended the offer for Indonesia to host two of the BWF’s premier tournaments: the Sudirman Cup in 2027 and the Thomas and Uber Cups in 2028.
Minister Ariotedjo immediately welcomed the offer with enthusiasm, highlighting Indonesia’s proven track record in successfully hosting world-class sporting events.
He explained that the proposal would soon be discussed further with relevant stakeholders, both at the government level and within national sports associations.
The meeting between Minister Ariotedjo and the BWF President also marked a step toward opening broader dialogue between international sports organizations and the Indonesian government regarding future development strategies for badminton in the country.
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Translator: Aloysius Lewokeda, Kuntum Khaira Riswan
Editor: M Razi Rahman
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