Osaka, Kansai, Japan, April 13, 2025 – The Minister of National Development Planning/Head of Bappenas, Rachmat Pambudy, officially inaugurated the Indonesia Pavilion at World Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan, on Sunday (13/4). Showcasing the theme “Thriving in Harmony: Nature, Culture, Future”, the pavilion represents the commitment of the Indonesian Government in realizing a united, sovereign, advanced, and sustainable nation. In his address, Minister Rachmat Pambudy emphasized that Indonesia’s participation in World Expo 2025 Osaka is not merely symbolic but is also a strategic moment to strengthen economic and cultural diplomacy. "World Expo 2025, with the participation of 161 countries, serves as a platform to strengthen international collaboration, encourage investment, and accelerate development achievements," Minister Rachmat explained.

The Indonesia Pavilion’s design draws inspiration from the archipelago’s maritime heritage, with the pavilion sporting the shape of a ship and constructed under eco-friendly principles. The pavilion also brings together cultural richness and the spirit of innovation, serving as key assets in realizing the aspiration of becoming a developed nation. Over the six-month period in which World Expo 2025 Osaka will run, from April 13 to October 13, 2025, the Indonesia Pavilion welcomes visitors to explore its three key areas: Nature, Culture, and Future. From a mini tropical forest that features artworks in the form of endemic animals by the nation’s most revered artists, and cinematic journeys across Indonesia’s landscapes to cultural exhibitions such as the traditional weapons display and the Wajah Nusantara photography exhibition, artistic performances such as the Jaipong dance and Pencak Silat martial arts, and representations of local wisdom shaping the nation’s future. The pavilion also highlights the Nusantara Capital City, textile displays, a visual theatre collaboration by Garin Nugroho and Titimangsa, including a business forum area to foster the development of international cooperation.

The Indonesian Pavilion is a creation by the nation's own talents—designed and curated by young talents and creative artists from Indonesia who bring a spirit of innovation without leaving behind their cultural roots. This pavilion showcases the cultural and community potential of Indonesia—where tradition, values, local wisdom, and technology move side by side to shape a better and more inclusive future for the next generation. As stated by Ambassador Heri Akhmadi, “We carry the voices of those who came before us.” The Indonesian Pavilion is the embodiment of those voices—now continued and realized by the young generation of Indonesia.

The Indonesian Pavilion at World Expo 2025 is projected to attract 2.8 to 3.5 million visitors, with potential business transactions coming from key showcased sectors such as sustainable agriculture, green technology-based industries, the creative economy, and tourism. The Indonesian government is opening up broad opportunities for strategic partnerships that support technology transfer, innovation, and knowledge exchange to drive economic growth and the creation of inclusive and sustainable prosperity. "Let us join hands in this unique global platform, through World Expo Osaka 2025, to collectively create a fair, resilient, and sustainable future," concluded Minister Rachmat Pambudy before officially inaugurating the Indonesian Pavilion at World Expo 2025 Osaka.

The organization of the Indonesian Pavilion involves a wide range of stakeholders, including Ministries and Government Agencies, Regional Governments, State-Owned Enterprises, Non-Governmental Organizations, and the private sector—including Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). One of the strategic partners contributing to the inauguration of the Indonesian Pavilion is Astra. Astra’s participation in Expo 2025 Osaka aligns with the mission of the Pavilion: to showcase a strong national identity— highlighting Indonesia’s natural wealth, cultural and ethnic diversity, and noble values— to the global stage. In addition partnership with Astra, the Indonesian Pavilion at World Expo 2025 Osaka is also supported by KAPPI, Artha Graha, Royal Golden Eagle, Indofood, and Japfa Comfeed Indonesia.

For more information on Indonesia's participation in World Expo 2025 Osaka and the latest developments regarding the Indonesian Pavilion, visit the official website of expo2025indonesia.id or follow Indonesia's official Instagram account at World Expo 2025 Osaka in @expo2025indonesia. For additional details, please refer to the fact sheet in the press kit at bit.ly/IndonesiaPressKit.

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