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Summary

This video highlights Indonesia's rich cultural heritage, showcasing over 11,600 recorded cultural elements. It focuses on the nation's efforts to preserve and protect these traditions through UNESCO recognition. With 14 cultural items already registered, including batik, wayang, and gamelan, Indonesia continues to submit nominations every two years. The video emphasizes the importance of UNESCO's global recognition for safeguarding and promoting cultural heritage, ensuring its protection and appreciation worldwide. The narrator urges viewers to contribute ideas for other Indonesian cultural elements deserving of UNESCO recognition.

Takeaways

• 😀 UNESCO recognition helps preserve and protect Indonesia's cultural heritage on a global scale.
• 😀 As of November 2022, there are 11,622 cultural elements in Indonesia, with 1,728 of them officially recognized at national, regional, or city levels.
• 😀 The Indonesian government has regulations in place for recording and protecting cultural heritage in line with UNESCO's mission.
• 😀 Indonesia currently has 14 cultural elements registered with UNESCO, including wayang, keris, batik, angklung, and gamelan.
• 😀 In 2017, UNESCO recognized Indonesia as a 'superpower' in culture, highlighting its rich and diverse heritage.
• 😀 The process of registering cultural heritage with UNESCO is lengthy, requiring up to 2 years from research to final submission.
• 😀 A culture must demonstrate 'outstanding universal value' to be eligible for UNESCO recognition, ensuring global significance.
• 😀 UNESCO's recognition of Indonesian culture protects it from being claimed by other countries, like the case of gamelan music.
• 😀 The recognition provides global pride and appreciation, as seen when South African President Nelson Mandela wore Indonesian batik at international events.
• 😀 Indonesia can only submit one cultural element per year for UNESCO registration, emphasizing the careful and rigorous selection process.
• 😀 The recognition of Indonesian culture by UNESCO fosters international cooperation and shared responsibility for preservation.

Q & A

What is the significance of UNESCO's recognition of Indonesian culture?

UNESCO's recognition helps preserve and protect Indonesia's cultural heritage while ensuring it is respected globally. It also ensures that these cultural elements are protected from being claimed by other countries.

How many cultural elements from Indonesia are currently recognized by UNESCO?

As of November 2022, Indonesia has 14 cultural elements recognized by UNESCO, including 4 natural heritage sites, 4 cultural heritage sites, and 6 intangible cultural heritage elements.

Why is it important to register Indonesian culture with UNESCO?

Registering with UNESCO not only protects Indonesian culture but also brings international recognition, elevating the culture's status and ensuring its preservation for future generations.

How many cultural elements have been officially recognized at the national, regional, or city level in Indonesia?

As of November 2022, 1,728 cultural elements in Indonesia have been officially recognized at the national, regional, or city level.

What is the main requirement for a cultural element to be registered with UNESCO?

The cultural element must have 'outstanding universal value,' which means it holds significance beyond just one nation and has cultural value on a global scale.

How often can countries submit cultural elements for UNESCO recognition?

Countries can submit cultural elements for UNESCO recognition every two years through a 'single nomination,' or annually through 'multi-national nominations,' where multiple countries collaborate on the submission.

How long does it typically take for a cultural element to be recognized by UNESCO?

It generally takes about two years, including a year of research, preparation, and submission to UNESCO, followed by the review process at UNESCO.

Why is the process of submitting cultural elements to UNESCO described as lengthy?

The process involves extensive research, documentation, and a review period to ensure that each cultural element meets the rigorous criteria set by UNESCO for universal significance.

What role does international cooperation play in UNESCO's cultural recognition process?

International cooperation is essential, as countries can nominate cultural elements jointly through the 'multi-national nomination' process. This fosters collaboration and shared responsibility in preserving global cultural heritage.

How does the global recognition of Indonesian culture affect national pride?

Global recognition of Indonesian culture instills national pride and appreciation, as it acknowledges the uniqueness and value of Indonesia’s cultural heritage on an international platform.