Jakarta, October 15, 2026 – The Ministry of Creative Economy / Creative Economy Agency (Ekraf), in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, held the Pre-WCCE Networking Reception ahead of the 5th World Conference on Creative Economy (WCCE). Minister of Creative Economy Teuku Riefky Harsya expressed his appreciation for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ full support in strengthening Indonesia’s readiness to host the 5th WCCE, which will take place at Hotel Indonesia Kempinski, Jakarta, on October 21–23, 2026.
Minister of Creative Economy / Head of the Creative Economy Agency (Ekraf) Teuku Riefky Harsya delivered remarks at the Pre-WCCE Networking Reception held ahead of the 5th World Conference on Creative Economy (WCCE), Jakarta, Thursday (October 17, 2026).
“The Government of Indonesia appreciates its close partnership with ambassadors from friendly nations and members of the diplomatic corps, who have continued to support the creative economy as an engine of sustainable growth and global diplomacy since the first WCCE. This year’s event carries the overarching theme ‘Inclusively Creative: Collective Continuity’ and aims to formulate the Jakarta Vision while positioning the creative economy as an engine of sustainable growth, creative diplomacy, and global cooperation. We seek to strengthen Indonesia’s role in advancing strategic dialogue on the creative economy among nations,” said Minister Riefky.
The Jakarta Vision on Creative Economy document will focus on four strategic clusters: Technology, AI, and Digital Transformation; Sustainability, Circular Economy, and Regenerative Design; Intellectual Property and Creative Workers’ Rights; and Inclusivity, Creative Ecosystems, and Community Empowerment. These priorities are being developed through a public consultation process.
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The WCCE initiative, launched by Indonesia in Bali in 2018 and subsequently held in Dubai in 2021, Bali in 2022, and Tashkent in 2024, returns to Jakarta in 2026. This demonstrates Indonesia’s continued commitment to advancing diplomacy in the creative economy sector. The forum serves as an effective bridge connecting business practitioners, academics, and policymakers across countries.
“To date, 1,567 participants from 51 countries and seven international organizations have confirmed their attendance in Jakarta. For Indonesia, WCCE is more than just an international forum; it is a strategic opportunity to bring our creative potential to the world stage,” Minister Riefky said.
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WCCE 2026 will feature exhibitions and business forums while encouraging cross-sector collaboration. These initiatives are expected to generate new breakthroughs in addressing supply chain challenges and commercializing creative products.
The main agenda will take place at Hotel Indonesia Kempinski, Jakarta, and CGV Grand Indonesia. It will include the Friends of Creative Economy Meeting on October 21, the Ministerial Meeting on October 22, and Plenary Sessions, Creative Sessions, and B2B Matchmaking on October 22–23.
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Meanwhile, side events will be held in the SCBD area, including three public-facing Creativillage zones: Ashta District 8, featuring architecture, design, and fashion; MGP Space, featuring film, music, games, and culinary arts; and WCCE Weekland at SCBD Park, which will showcase local businesses from October 21–25.
The WCCE 2026 program will also be integrated with National Creative Economy Day on October 24 through the OktoberKreasi movement to expand networks and foster business collaboration.
Minister Riefky invited representatives of friendly nations to participate actively and take advantage of on-site registration facilities. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ full support for this international event was also reaffirmed by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Arif Havas Oegroseno, who emphasized the ministry’s commitment as a strategic partner in economic and public diplomacy.
“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is fully committed to supporting the success of WCCE 2026 and hopes that the event will lead to concrete projects and sustainable collaborations in the future. To this end, we invite diplomats and international partners to actively collaborate with Indonesia’s creative industry players and to foster open communication to address the various challenges involved in realizing these global partnerships,” Arif Havas Oegroseno emphasized.
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Registration and further information about WCCE 2026 are available on the official website at www.wcce.id and the official Instagram account @wcceid.
At the event, Minister Riefky was accompanied by Deputy Minister of Creative Economy Irene Umar; Secretary of the Ministry / Principal Secretary Dessy Ruhati; Deputy for Strategic Creative Economy Development Mohammed Ali Berawi; and Director of Marketing Systems and Relations Development Danny Rahdiansyah.
Kiagoos Irvan Faisal
Head of Bureau for Communication
Ministry of Creative Economy / Creative Economy Agency
