Cultural Counseller, Social and Culture Affairs, Mr. Irvan Fachrizal Buchari., Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia
in India.
Both are member states of the G-20, the E7 (countries), the Non-aligned Movement, and the United
Nations. Both Prime Minister Modi (India) and President Widodo
(Indonesia) stress upon harmony, economy and cultural cordial relationship through several joint
projects, pacts etc.
We had an opportunity to speak to the eminent H.H. Cultural Counseller, Social and Culture Affairs,
Mr. Irvan Fachrizal Buchari, Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in India. SoCultures highly
appreciate him for his kind support! For believing in us! Here are some excerpts from our interview
session...
What do you admire most about India as well as about Indonesia? In heritage, cultures?
We admire India a lot and appreciate its heritage, culture and customs. In fact, many facets of Indian
culture are popular in our country. The spicy curries, their aromatic flavors, arts, textile patterns, the
ethnic dress called Sari are appreciated a lot. Then the people of India are very warm and friendly, just
like people in Indonesia. The heritage architecture is remarkable…Taj Mahal is spectacular.
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