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Introduction
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The Ministry of Culture
of the Republic of
Indonesia will host the
Culture, Heritage, Arts,
Narratives, Diplomacy
and Innovation
(CHANDI) SUMMIT
on 03-05 September
2025 in Bali, Indonesia.
This global forum aims
to enhance dialogue,
encourage collaboration,
CHANDI SUMMIT 2025 is also a strategic
and develop innovation
momentum to bring together world
in cultural policy,
leaders, policy makers, academics, artists,
preservation of cultural
and cultural actors from various countries
heritage, and sustainable
to discuss the future direction of culture
development. With the
in an increasingly interconnected and
theme “Culture for the
dynamically developing world. This forum
Future”, the CHANDI
will be a platform for the exchange
SUMMIT emphasizes
of ideas and experiences that can
that culture can be a
strengthen the role of culture in creating
unifying and relevant
a harmonious, just and peaceful world.
force in responding to
the challenges of the
The Ministry of Culture of the Republic
21st century. Culture
of Indonesia warmly welcome all
can be a medium to
delegates to the CHANDI SUMMIT
promote peace, stability,
2025 in Bali, and we are pleased to
sustainable development,
provide General Information containing
and foster human
CHANDI SUMMIT 2025 information and
creativity, especially
comprehensive details of administrative
amidst increasing
procedures, logistic, and requirements for
global uncertainty and
all delegates to ensure an efficient event
complexity.
and visit in Bali, Indonesia.
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CHANDI SUMMIT 2025
MINISTERIAL WELCOME DINNER
2 SEPTEMBER 2025
BALI BEACH LAWN AREA
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CHANDI SUMMIT 2025 - DAY 1
OPENING AND MINISTERIAL SUMMIT
3 SEPTEMBER 2025 - BALI BEACH CONVENTION SANUR
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CHANDI SUMMIT 2025 - DAY 1
OPENING AND MINISTERIAL SUMMIT
3 SEPTEMBER 2025 - BALI BEACH CONVENTION SANUR
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CHANDI SUMMIT 2025
GALA DINNER AND MUSICAL PERFORMANCE
3 SEPTEMBER 2025 - BALI BEACH CONVENTION SANUR
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CHANDI SUMMIT 2025 - DAY 2
CHANDI PLENARY
4 SEPTEMBER 2025 - BALI BEACH CONVENTION SANUR
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CHANDI SUMMIT 2025 - DAY 2
CHANDI PLENARY
4 SEPTEMBER 2025 - BALI BEACH CONVENTION SANUR
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CHANDI SUMMIT 2025 - DAY 3
COLLABORATIVE PROJECTS AND STUDY VISITS
5 SEPTEMBER 2025 - BALI BEACH CONVENTION SANUR
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DELEGATES ARRIVAL
Visa Custom Regulation
Requirement and Procedure
Delegates entering Indonesia Tourists or travellers entering or
territory are required to hold a leaving Indonesia are required
passport valid for six (6) months to declare all taxable goods,
or more from the arrival date. The prohibited items, cash amounts,
delegates who are required to and negotiable monetary
apply for a visa to enter Indonesia instruments (NMIs) in their
must first apply at any diplomatic/ possession, whether carried or
consular mission of the Republic contained in any of their luggage
of Indonesia abroad or the e- visa or vehicles. Failure to declare or
Portal at https://evisa.imigrasi. making a false declaration is an
go.id/. offense and will be subject to
legal action
More information on the entire list of nations
requiring a visa may be found at https://www.
imigrasi.go.id/
All information on customs is available on the
Yellow fever vaccination is website of the Indonesia customs: https://www.
mandatory for travellers traveling beacukai.go.id/websitenewV2/index.html
over 12 hours through high-risk
countries, and those without
a valid certificate face a six
(6) day quarantine or are not
permitted to enter Indonesia.
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MEETING ARRANGEMENT
Access
Procedure
All delegates are required to
collect their Meeting Pass during
the on-site physical registration.
Delegates must wear their
Meeting Passes visibly at all
times while within the meeting
areas. The pass is mandatory
and must be worn throughout
all meetings and official social
Special Batik Shirt
events. for VIPs
The host will provide special Batik
Dress Code shirts exclusively for Ministers
and NTO-level delegates to be
worn during the Ministerial
Meetings: Summit. Kindly submit the
Business Attire completed body measurement
Opening Ceremony: form, enclosed herewith, to
Business Attire the meeting secretariat no later
than 4th August 2025. The
Welcome Dinner:
detailed information and body
Smart Casual
measurement form are available in
Ministerial Summit: Annex A.
Batik
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MEETING
VENUE
FACILITIES
Meeting Hall
The official meeting venue will
be at Bali Beach Convention by
The Meru.
Bilateral Meeting Secretariat Room
Rooms
Bilateral Meeting Room will be
During the event, The Ministry
available at Agoong 1, Executive
of Culture secretariat room will
Lounge level 10 area 1, Executive
be available in room Agoong 2,
Lounge level 10 area 2 on a
Bali Beach Convention by The
reservation basis from 09:00 to
Meru. The secretariat room will
17:00, 3 September 2025. These
be equipped with computers and
rooms accommodate between
printers, and basic office supplies.
four (4) to ten (10) seats. For
reservations, please contact:
TBC
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ACCOMODATION TRANSPORTATION
SERVICE
1. The host will provide a
1. The Ministry of Culture
dedicated vehicle for Minister
of the Republic of
Level on 2 – 6 September
Indonesia will cover
2025.
accommodations, meals,
and local transportation in
2. Transport shuttle to the
Bali for esteemed Excellency
meeting venue from Hyatt
and one accompanying
Regency Sanur, Prime Plaza
delegate during the Summit,
Hotel Sanur, and Segara
2-6 September 2025 (1+1
Village will be provided for
hospitality format)
all delegates. For any other
purposes, delegates are
2. Other delegations are
kindly requested to make their
encouraged to make their own
own arrangements.
reservations at the designated
partner hotels:
a. Hyatt Regency Sanur (5
Stars)
b. Prime Plaza Hotel Sanur
(4 Stars)
c. Segara Village (4 Stars)
Details of the hotel partners
and contacts for reservations
are TBC
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GENERAL FAST
FACTS
Currency and
Electricity Banking
The Indonesia Rupiah is the
To use personal devices, please
currency unit used with the code
note that Indonesia’s standard
IDR. Rupiah includes a banknote
electrical power supply is 220
worth Rp100.000, Rp50.000,
V and 50Hz. Based on Euro
Rp20.000, Rp10.000, Rp5.000,
standards, the power plug socket
Rp2.000, Rp1.000, and Rp.1.000
is type C (2-pin). The committee
coins as well as Rp.500, Rp200,
will provide the extension cord
and Rp.100 coins. Indonesian
in the meeting venue to allow
payment systems are also
delegates to recharge their
enabled in cashless payment
devices when needed.
methods via debit cards (with
Mastercard/Visa logo), credit
cards, and digital payment.
Emergency Phone
Number
Indonesia Emergency Number 112
is an integrated system consisting
of the Indonesia National Police
(POLRI), Indonesia Fire Fighters
(DAMKAR), Indonesia Health
Services, etc.
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Videography and
Photography
Delegates may be photographed
or filmed by the official host
photographers. Photos and
a video compilation of the
CHANDI Forum 2025 and
Ministerial Summit will be
available on the CHANDI 2025
official drive.
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MEDICAL LAISON
SERVICES OFFICERS
First-aid services and medical
Please refer to Annex C for the list
staff will be available at the
of liaison officers for the Ministers
respective hotels and meeting
during Ministerial Summit 2025.
venue. All other medical services
(TBC)
will be at the participants’ own
expense. Persons under special
medical treatment are advised
to bring sufficient quantities
of necessary medication. The
Secretariat of the host must be
informed of specific medical or WELCOME
other indication (dietary needs,
allergy, limited mobility) as soon DINNER &
as possible (this information
may be included during online
registration) so that the necessary
GALA DINNER
precautions or measures can be
taken speedily.
WITH ART
PERFORMANCE
Please refer to Annex D for the
tentative agenda for the Welcome
Dinner and Art Performance of
CHANDI 2025.
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Venue Chandi Forum 2025
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PLENARY
AND
MEETING
VENUE
CHANDI SUMMIT 2025 will be
held at Bali Beach Convention
(BBC) by The Meru at Sanur,
Bali on September 3-4, 2025.
Delegates are welcome to
participate in Collaborative
Project and Study Visits on
September 5, 2025.
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BALI BEACH CONVENTION by THE MERU
Jl. Hang Tuah, Sanur, Denpasar Selatan
Kota Denpasar – Bali 80227
Phone: (0361) 201 200
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ORGANISER
The Ministry of Culture of The Republic of Indonesia
Komplek Kemendikbud Gedung E 62200,
Jalan Jenderal Sudirman, Jakarta 10270
Phone
+62 811-1711-355
Email
[email protected]
Website
https://www.chandisummit2025.org/
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Glimpse of Bali
Bali is a melting pot of diverse Through initiatives such as
cultures and traditions, making it sustainable architecture,
a unique destination for cultural energy-efficient designs, and
exploration. The island is home the promotion of eco-friendly
to a harmonious blend of Hindu, practices, the government
Buddhist, and animist beliefs, strives to create spaces that
resulting in a rich tapestry of harmoniously blend with Bali’s
rituals, ceremonies, and customs. natural surroundings while
preserving the diverse cultural
As Bali continues to evolve and traditions that make the island
embrace modernity, it is crucial to so extraordinary. By prioritizing
preserve and promote its cultural sustainability efforts, we ensure
heritage. Efforts are being made that future generations of Bali’s
by local communities, artists, inhabitants can continue to
and organizations to safeguard thrive in a vibrant, culturally rich
traditional arts, rituals, and environment.
customs.
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CULTURE &
TRADITIONS
Balinese Culture is a vibrant blend of Hinduism, Buddhism, and
other beliefs, deeply rooted in traditions of art, music, dance, and
religious rituals. Daily life is interwoven with religious practices,
including offering, temple ceremonies, and a strong sense of
community
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CULINARY
DELIGHTS
Known locally as nasi Bali, the Balinese
version of nasi campur incorporates the
island’s local delicacies as well as their
iconic spice blend, base genep. This
spice blends together turmeric, ginger,
galangal, shallots, candlenuts, garlic,
chilli, lemongrass, lime leaves, and
coriander seeds. This dish contains a
scoop of rice along with the following.
The other signature dishesof Bali are
Sate Lilit and Ayam Betutu.
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Annex A
Hotel Option
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HOTEL OPTIONS
For room bookings & and room reservation
HYATT REGENCY SANUR
Jl. Danau Tamblingan No.89,
Sanur, Bali 80228
https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-regency/en-US
SEGARA VILLAGE HOTEL
Jl. Segara Ayu, Sanur, Bali 80030
https://www.segaravillage.com/
PRIME PLAZA HOTEL SANUR BALI
Jl. Hang Tuah No.46, Sanur Kaja,
Bali 80228
https://spph.pphotels.com/
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Annex B
Tentative Agenda
Welcome Dinner
Gala Dinner with Art Performance
host by Ministry of Culture Republic of Indonesia
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PROGRAM
MINISTERIAL WELCOME DINNER
2 September 2025
Bali Beach Lawn Area
TIME AGENDA
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PROGRAM
GALA DINNER with ART PERFORMANCE
3 September 2025
Bali Beach Convention Ballroom 1-3
TIME AGENDA
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SSID :
CHANDI2025
Password :
CHANDI2025@MOCRI
All Meeting Room
Bali Beach Convention
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Thank You
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Attachment
MINISTRY OF CULTURE OF THE REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA
TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR)
Culture, Heritage, Art, Narrative, Diplomacy and Innovation (CHANDI) SUMMIT 2025
03-05 September, Bali, Indonesia
I. BACKGROUND
Culture is not only a foundational pillar of national development but also a vital instrument of soft
power that strengthens international relations and fosters mutual understanding among nations.
Far beyond a legacy of the past, culture serves as a dynamic and transformative force for an
inclusive, creative, and sustainable future on a global scale. Culture shapes our worldview,
nurtures identity, and provides the ethical and philosophical foundations upon which societies
build resilience. It fosters critical thinking, empathy, and solidarity, qualities essential for
navigating the challenges of an increasingly interconnected and complex world. Through culture,
nations express their values, engage in dialogue, and find common ground, even amid diversity
and difference.
Economically, culture contributes significantly through the creative and cultural industries, which
generate jobs, drive innovation, and foster entrepreneurship, particularly for youth and women.
Culturally rooted economies often reinforce social cohesion and local pride while offering global
audiences access to diverse expressions of human creativity. From an ecological perspective,
cultural practices, especially those anchored in local wisdom, offer time-tested models of living in
harmony with nature. These practices provide valuable insights into sustainable resource
management, biodiversity conservation, and climate adaptation, all of which are increasingly
relevant in the face of environmental crises.
In the digital era, culture is also evolving rapidly, shaping how societies engage with technology,
communicate values, and redefine identity in virtual spaces. Preserving cultural integrity while
embracing innovation is one of the most pressing cultural policy challenges of our time. As such,
investing in culture is not an act of nostalgia—it is a strategic decision to equip societies with the
moral imagination, creative capacity, and social cohesion needed to confront the future. Culture
is both a compass and a catalyst. It enables us to envision new possibilities and mobilise collective
action toward a just, peaceful, and sustainable world.
In Indonesia, the advancement of culture is both a constitutional mandate and a national priority.
This commitment is further embodied in the vision of “Golden Indonesia 2045,” which aspires
to forge a just and prosperous society rooted in harmony with nature, cultural richness, and
religious tolerance. Central to this vision is the celebration of Indonesia’s diverse local wisdom
and heritage, which contributes to a broader global agenda that values intercultural dialogue and
diversity as essential drivers of sustainable development and peace.
As part of its strategic commitment to strengthening Indonesia’s presence on the global stage,
the Ministry of Culture is advancing cultural diplomacy as a key instrument of international
engagement, harnessing the power of the arts, language, and heritage to foster mutual
understanding, deepen cross-cultural dialogue, and promote shared progress. This approach
reflects a deep conviction that local traditions and indigenous wisdom, when thoughtfully
integrated into global cultural discourse, offer valuable perspectives and innovative solutions to
contemporary challenges.
In pursuit of these goals, the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Indonesia will convene
the Culture, Heritage, Art, Narrative, Diplomacy and Innovation (CHANDI) SUMMIT
2025 from 3 to 5 September 2025 in Bali. This global forum will provide a distinctive platform for
dialogue, collaboration, and innovation within the cultural sector, bringing together world leaders,
policymakers, scholars, artists, and cultural practitioners. Under the theme “Culture for the
Future,” the summit will emphasise the role of culture as a unifying force that bridges local
wisdom with global priorities, addressing the complexities of the 21st century through sustainable
development, peacebuilding, and the celebration of diversity.
The CHANDI SUMMIT 2025 is a strategic moment to reimagine how culture—rooted in local
traditions yet open to global exchange—can drive a future marked by innovation, inclusiveness,
and enduring peace.
II. OBJECTIVES:
1. The Role of Culture in Shaping the Future: the CHANDI SUMMIT 2025 aims to discuss
strategies for preserving, adapting, and innovating cultural expressions to remain relevant
in a dynamic world by formulating new approaches and involving the younger generation
as agents of change through their innovation and creativity.
2. Cultural Diplomacy as a Tool for Peace & Development: The CHANDI SUMMIT 2025
aims to bring together ministers of culture, international organizations, and cross-sector
stakeholders to develop cultural diplomacy strategies to support conflict resolution and
achieve sustainable development.
3. Innovation & Digital Transformation in Cultural Heritage: The CHANDI SUMMIT 2025
will highlight the role of new technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality
(VR), and blockchain in supporting the preservation of cultural assets and expanding
public access, including for future generations.
4. Sustainability & Cultural Heritage Conservation CHANDI SUMMIT 2025 will be a
strategic platform to explore the integration of cultural policy and sustainability agenda.
This forum will feature cross-sector and cross-country dialogue on community-based
conservation approaches, through the preservation of cultural sites and practices carried
out through the active involvement of local communities.
5. Strengthening the Global Cultural Economy: The CHANDI SUMMIT 2025 aims to be
a strategic forum to strengthen the synergy between culture, economy, and
entrepreneurship. One of the main focuses of this summit is the empowerment of cultural
actors and creative entrepreneurs through policy dialogue, exchange of good practices,
and strengthening access to funding, business training, and technology. Through a
community-based approach and social innovation, CHANDI Summit 2025 will encourage
the development of an inclusive and sustainable creative cultural economy ecosystem—
both at the local, national, and international levels.
III. EVENT DATE/VENUE
Date: 03-05 September 2025
Venue:
o Bali Beach Convention Centre, Sanur, Bali
o Udayana University / Indonesian Institute of Arts (ISI)
o Green School Bali
o Penglipuran Village
IV. AGENDA AND DISCUSSION THEMES OF THE ACTIVITIES
Under the theme “Culture for the Future” of the CHANDI SUMMIT 202 5, will take place for three
(3) days from September 3 to September 5, 2025. The following is a detailed description of the
agenda and activities:
Provisional Agenda
CHANDI SUMMIT 2025
WELCOMING DINNER MINISTERIAL
2 SEPTEMBER 2025 | BALI BEACH LAWN AREA
TIME AGENDA
17.00 - 18.00 Registration
18.00 - 18.10 Balinese Parade
18.10 - 18.15 Opening
Welcome Speech
18.15 - 18.30
Dr. Fadli Zon | Minister of Culture of the Republic of Indonesia
18.30 - 19.25 Dinner accompanied by live Rindik music
19.25 - 19.55 Kecak performance
19.55 - 20.00 Closing
CHANDI SUMMIT 2025
DAY 1 : OPENING AND MINISTERIAL SUMMIT
3 SEPTEMBER 2025 | BALI BEACH CONVENTION SANUR
TIME AGENDA
08.00 - 08.55 Registration
09.00 - 09.05 Balinese Welcome Dance
09.05 - 09.10 Opening
Chairman’s Report
09.10 - 09.20 Prof. Bambang Wibawarta | Secretary General of the Ministry of
Culture of the Republic of Indonesia
09.20 - 09.35 Welcome Speech
Dr. Fadli Zon | Minister of Culture of the Republic of Indonesia
09.35 - 09.50 Art Performance: Sound of Nusantara
09.50 - 10.35 Keynote Speech
Prabowo Subianto | President of the Republic of Indonesia
10.35 - 10.45 Opening Ceremony of CHANDI SUMMIT 2025
Photo Session of All Ministers at the Bali Beach Convention Pre-Function
10.45 - 11.00
Area
11.00 - 11.05 The President and all Ministers proceed to the opening function
11.05 - 11.10 Balinese Dance
Keynote Address
11.10 - 11.40 Culture as the Key to Future Global Sustainability
Jacques Attali | Economist, Philosopher and Futurist (*TBC)
11.40 - 12.10 Keynote Address
The Role of Youth in Fostering Peace Through Culture
12.10-12.15 Conclusion of the Opening Session
12.15-13.15 Lunch
MINISTERIAL SUMMIT
13.00- 17.00 ● Opening Statement by the Minister of Culture of the Republic of
Indonesia
● Country Statement
*15.30-16.00
● Bali Cultural Declaration
Coffee Break
● Closing Statement by the Minister of Culture of the Republic of
Indonesia
Panel Discussion 1:
Reclaiming History, Restoring Justice: International Cooperation for
Repatriation and the Fight Against Illicit Trafficking of Cultural Objects
Panel Discussion 2:
14.00 - 16.00 Traditional Knowledge and Local Practices in Building Resilient and Inclusive
Societies in the Post-2030 World
*15.30-16.00
Panel Discussion 3:
Coffee Break
Financing the Future of Culture: Unlocking Investment for Preservation and
Innovation
Panel Discussion 4:
Responding the Climate Risks to Heritage and Fostering Culture-Based
Climate Action
17.00 - 19.00 Break for Gala Dinner Preparation
19.00 - 20.00 Gala Dinner
Music Performance by:
Andi Rianto Band with Judika, Lesti Kejora, Niki, Joey Alexander, Michael
20.00 - 22.00 Anthony Kwok, Ahmad Dhani, Melly Goeslaw, Once Mekel (TBC)
CHANDI SUMMIT 2025
GALA DINNER AND MUSICAL PERFORMANCE
3 SEPTEMBER 2025 | BALI BEACH CONVENTION SANUR
TIME AGENDA
18.30 - 20.00 Registration by Kiosk (badge meeting pass mandatory)
19.30 - 20.00 Door Open
20.00 - 20.05 Opening
Speech
20.05 - 20.15
Dr. Fadli Zon | Minister of Culture of the Republic of Indonesia
Music Performance by:
20.15 - 21.55 Andi Rianto Band with Judika, Lesti Kejora, Niki, Joey Alexander, Michael
Anthony Kwok, Ahmad Dhani, Melly Goeslaw, and Once Mekel (*TBC)
21.55 - 22.00 Closing
CHANDI SUMMIT 2025
DAY 2 : CHANDI PLENARY
4 SEPTEMBER 2025 | BALI BEACH CONVENTION SANUR
TIME AGENDA
08.00 - 09.00 Registration
09.00 - 12.00 CHANDI PLENARY
PLENARY 1: Culture for the Future: Heritage, Identity, and Innovation
Keynote Speech: Hashim S. Djojohadikusumo | Chairman of the Board
of Trustees of Indonesian Heritage Agency (*TBC)
09.00 - 10.45
(15 minutes)
Q&A Session
PLENARY 2: Tradition Meets Modernity: The Power of Culture to Build
Bridges Across Nations and Promote Global Cultural Leadership
Keynote Speech: Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani |
10.45 - 12.30 Chairperson of Qatar Museums, Doha Film Institute,
Reach Out to Asia and Qatar Leadership Centre (*TBC)
(15 minutes)
Q&A Session
12.30 - 13.30 Lunch
PLENARY 3 : Youth Panel
Keynote Speech: Student from Green School Bali
“Culture, Sustainability and the Future”
13.30 - 15.00 (15 minutes)
Youth representatives
Q&A Session
15.00 - 15.30 Conclusion and Closing
15.30 - 16.00 Coffee Break, Transfer Parallel Session
Workshops on Cultural Heritage (parallel session)
● Workshop Batik Making
16.00 - 17.30 ● Workshop Traditional Dance
● Workshop Wood Preservation
● Workshop Keris Making (Javanese Traditional Dagger)
● Workshop Making Indonesian Traditional Mask
17.00 - 19.00 Break
19.00 Networking Event: Dangdut on The Beach
CHANDI SUMMIT 2025
DAY 3 : COLLABORATIVE PROJECTS AND STUDY VISITS
5 SEPTEMBER 2025 | BALI BEACH CONVENTION SANUR
TIME AGENDA
Workshop at ISI Bali:
“Future of Intangible Cultural Heritage”
Involvement of UNESCO and academics to discuss the preservation of non
09.00 - 11.30 physical cultural assets (music, dance, cuisine, and rituals)
Workshop at Udayana University Bali:
“Digital Heritage & AI for Culture”
Exploring AI technology for documenting and digitizing cultural heritage
Lunch at ISI Bali
11.30 - 13.00
Lunch at Udayana University
STUDY VISIT & FUTURE COLLABORATION PROJECTS
Afternoon Session
From ISI Bali, participants may choose a study visit to either Green School
Bali or Penglipuran Village
14.00 - 17.00
From Udayana University, participants may choose a study visit to either
Green School Bali or Penglipuran Village
Back to the Bali Beach Convention Hotel by The Meru, Sanur
17.00
End of Program
V. PARTICIPANTS
CHANDI Summit 2025 will be attended by all Ministers and policy makers of friendly countries in
charge of cultural affairs, as well as other relevant stakeholders such as international
organizations, scholars, academics, artists, and cultural practitioners.
VI. EXPECTED OUTCOMES
● Policy Recommendations for Global Cultural Governance – Reports and action plans
submitted to international bodies such as UNESCO, ASEAN, and the UN.
● International Collaborative Initiatives – Agreements on culture, museums, and
academic partnerships.
● Sustainable Culture-based Business Models – Encourage innovation in the cultural
economy by connecting creative entrepreneurs with investors and policymakers.
● Technology Solutions for Cultural Preservation – Artificial Intelligence-based tools or
platforms and blockchain technology to document and protect cultural heritage.
● Public Awareness & Engagement – Encourage active community involvement in efforts
to preserve and promote cultural heritage.
VII. CLOSING
The CHANDI SUMMIT 2025 represents a key initiative by the Government of the Republic of
Indonesia—particularly the Ministry of Culture—to protect, preserve, and harness culture as a
vital national asset that can significantly contribute to transformative progress across the
economic, social, and environmental dimensions of development.
This global forum is expected to culminate in the adoption of the Bali Cultural Declaration 2025,
a landmark document that will serve as a strategic reference for shaping policies and collaborative
actions aimed at strengthening the cultural ecosystem at both national and international levels.
The declaration will embody a collective commitment to elevating culture as a central pillar in
building a more inclusive, peaceful, and sustainable world.