Jakarta, August 12, 2026 – Minister of Creative Economy/Head of the Creative Economy Agency, Teuku Riefky Harsya, officially opened Weaving Archipelago, part of the Glorify Indonesia 2026 series, at Senayan City, Jakarta, on Wednesday (August 12). The event showcases the richness of Indonesian traditional weaving through contemporary fashion, design, and lifestyle approaches.
Minister of Creative Economy/Head of the Creative Economy Agency, Teuku Riefky Harsya, inspects a collection of traditional woven fabrics after opening Glory Indonesia 2026: Weaving Archipelago at Senayan City, Jakarta, Wednesday (August 12, 2026).
Weaving Archipelago is a collaboration between Senayan City and Cita Tenun Indonesia (CTI), taking place from August 12 to 29, 2026. The event is part of Senayan City’s 20th anniversary celebrations and brings Indonesian traditional weaving into the public sphere through Tenun Display, CTI Journey, traditional weaving loom installations, live weaving demonstrations, cultural performances, talk shows, workshops, and styling sessions.
“First, we certainly appreciate what Senayan City has done in collaboration with CTI. It is truly remarkable. Weaving has existed for a long time, and designers have continued to develop it with all their creativity. However, we must continue to support and showcase it so that its economic value can keep growing. As its economic value grows, our hope is that everyone involved, including the artisans, can enjoy greater prosperity,” said Minister of Creative Economy Teuku Riefky Harsya.
During the visit, the Minister of Creative Economy toured several installations featured in Weaving Archipelago. The various installations showcase the process and richness of Indonesian traditional weaving while bringing the works of artisans closer to the public in a public space. The event series also featured the announcement of the Senayan City Infinite Merit Award for CTI, which was delivered through a video presentation.
Photo: Bureau for Communication, Ministry of Creative Economy / Creative Economy Agency.
The Minister of Creative Economy noted that showcasing weaving in a space such as Senayan City can broaden public exposure to these works, particularly among younger generations. The Ministry of Creative Economy also views this collaboration as part of an effort to bring culture-based works into the creative economy ecosystem by strengthening talent, developing design, protecting intellectual property, and expanding market access.
“What we are doing here is not merely about preserving our culture, but also about creating economic value. The IP and designs must also be promptly registered and certified through the Ministry of Law so that they are protected from unauthorized use, while their originality, economic value, and protection can continue to be safeguarded together,” said Teuku Riefky.
Secretary General of Cita Tenun Indonesia, Intan Fauzi, said that Weaving Archipelago is part of CTI’s long journey to promote Indonesian traditional weaving through collaborative and marketing spaces.
Photo: Bureau for Communication, Ministry of Creative Economy / Creative Economy Agency.
“Amid the influx of international brands, we are grateful that one of Indonesia’s sources of pride, weaving, has been placed on this ground floor. This is a source of great pride for us,” said Intan Fauzi.
Established on August 28, 2008, CTI focuses on the preservation, training and development of artisans, as well as the marketing of Indonesian traditional weaving. To date, CTI has supported artisans in 28 regencies/cities across 14 provinces and collaborated with various parties to improve artisan capabilities and expand the market for Indonesian traditional weaving, including through participation in exhibitions in Singapore.
The Minister of Creative Economy hopes that Weaving Archipelago can go beyond its role as an exhibition by creating a space for interaction among artisans, designers, businesses, the public, and various partners.
Photo: Bureau for Communication, Ministry of Creative Economy / Creative Economy Agency.
“I hope Weaving Archipelago will not only serve as an exhibition, but also become a space where new collaborations can emerge, business opportunities can be created, local brands can be strengthened, and Indonesian traditional weaving can reach an even wider global audience,” said Teuku Riefky.
Kiagoos Irvan Faisal
Head of the Bureau for Communication
Kementerian Ekonomi Kreatif/Badan Ekonomi Kreatif
