“Through this colorful performance, we have witnessed a symphony of heritage, craftsmanship, and performing arts from across the Pacific,” Minister Zon said here on Thursday.
He made the remarks after watching combined performances of dance and songs from 12 Pacific countries and 10 Indonesian provinces that share similar cultural traits. The performances captivated all delegates, with Minister Zon and East Nusa Tenggara Governor Melki Laka Lena joining in traditional music performances.
Zon emphasized that culture connects nations, fosters mutual understanding, and guides societies toward a harmonious and resilient future. He underscored the importance of continued cooperation between Indonesia and Pacific countries to empower communities through creativity and knowledge.
“May the spirit of IPACS 2025 continue to shine across the region, inspiring stronger collaboration, deeper understanding, and lasting friendship,” he said.
He also expressed appreciation to all participants, ministers, delegates, and organizers who worked tirelessly over three days to ensure the success of IPACS 2025 in Kupang.
Meanwhile, Fiji’s Minister for iTaukei Indigenous Affairs Ifereimi Vasu expressed appreciation to the Indonesian government for hosting the event.
“We extend our sincere gratitude to the staff of the Ministry of Culture for their hard work and meaningful support throughout this forum,” he said.
Vasu added that Fiji welcomes the forum’s joint statement and sees culture as vital to building a strong and sustainable Pacific. Some institutional or program plans, he noted, would need further domestic discussion to align with Fiji’s national policies and regional priorities.
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