Edukasi Bank Indonesia terkait CBP (Cinta, Bangga, Paham) Rupiah

Summary

The speaker, Fadli Muin from Bank Indonesia, South Sulawesi, emphasizes the importance of loving, being proud of, and understanding the Rupiah, Indonesia's official currency. He discusses the security features of the Rupiah, its role in the nation’s sovereignty, and how it represents national identity. Through educational efforts, he encourages citizens, especially students, to recognize counterfeit money and properly care for their currency. The speaker highlights the evolution of money, the significance of wise shopping, and the benefits of saving and investing in Rupiah to support the country's stability and prosperity.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Rupiah is the only legal tender in Indonesia, as stated in Law No. 7 of 2011.
• 😀 The campaign 'Love, Pride, and Understand Rupiah' aims to increase public literacy about the Rupiah and its importance.
• 😀 There are three meanings of 'Love' for the Rupiah: recognizing its characteristics and security elements, caring for it using the 5Js, and protecting it from counterfeiting.
• 😀 'Pride' in the Rupiah is tied to its role as a symbol of national sovereignty, a means of payment, and a unifier of the nation.
• 😀 'Understanding' the Rupiah involves knowing its role in the economy, its functions, and how to use it wisely in transactions, shopping, and saving.
• 😀 The Rupiah has a rich history, from its issuance in 1946 to its current complex design and security features.
• 😀 Recognizing the Rupiah's security features, such as the watermark, microline thread, and color shifting ink, helps protect against counterfeiting.
• 😀 Proper care for the Rupiah, such as not crumpling or writing on it, is essential to maintaining its integrity and value.
• 😀 The Rupiah serves as a store of value, a unit of account, and a legal means of payment, facilitating economic stability.
• 😀 Digital payment systems and the upcoming Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) are part of the evolution of payment methods, requiring public awareness of cybersecurity threats like phishing and hacking.

Q & A

What is the importance of the rupiah in Indonesia?

The rupiah is the only legal tender in the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia, as stated in Law Number 7 of 2011, and it plays a crucial role in the country's economy, symbolizing national sovereignty and unity.

What are the three meanings of 'love' for the rupiah?

The three meanings of 'love' for the rupiah are: (1) recognizing the characteristics and security elements of the rupiah, (2) taking care of the rupiah by treating it properly, and (3) protecting it from counterfeiting.

How does the public show pride for the rupiah?

Pride for the rupiah is shown by recognizing it as a symbol of national sovereignty, understanding its role as legal tender, and using it as a means to unify the nation.

What does it mean to understand the rupiah?

Understanding the rupiah refers to knowing its role in economic transactions, as a store of value, and how it contributes to monetary stability and money circulation.

Why is it important to recognize the security elements of the rupiah?

Recognizing the security elements of the rupiah helps protect individuals from counterfeit money, ensuring the authenticity and integrity of the currency.

What are the key security features of the rupiah?

Key security features of the rupiah include intaglio printing, a watermark, a security thread, latent images, color-shifting ink, and UV-responsive elements. These features help prevent counterfeiting.

How can people protect themselves from counterfeit money?

To protect themselves from counterfeit money, people should use the '3D' method: see, touch, and hold the money up to light to check its authenticity. They should also learn to recognize security features such as the watermark and color-shifting ink.

What are some cultural practices related to the care of money in other countries like Japan?

In Japan, people treat their currency with great respect, avoiding folding, scribbling, or damaging their money, as it features the Emperor or king. This shows a cultural value of respecting money as a national symbol.

What is the significance of the 2022 rupiah denomination design?

The 2022 rupiah denomination design enhances security with features like a microline security thread, UV-responsive elements, color-shifting ink, and a varnish coating for durability. The design is standardized across denominations to make counterfeiting more difficult.

Why should Indonesians use rupiah for transactions instead of foreign currencies?

Using rupiah for transactions helps maintain the national economy's stability and supports Indonesia's sovereignty by ensuring that the country's legal tender is used across its territories.

What is the role of digital payments and CBDC in Indonesia's future economy?

Digital payments and Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) will help streamline transactions, enhance financial inclusion, and support the digital transformation of Indonesia's economy. However, citizens must remain vigilant against cybercrimes like skimming, hacking, and phishing.