Wahyu Dwi Anggoro
The chosen logo was the result of a public competition involving citizens of Indonesia and Australia. According to the winner, Alif Pandu Sofyana, the two national animals were deliberately positioned to the right and facing ahead to symbolise shared progress and unity towards a bright future.
In addition to the logo unveiling, the occasion showcased a collaborative mural crafted by artists hailing from Indonesia and Australia. Throughout 2024, the mural titled "Together" will be on exhibit, and it is hoped that the public will be able to interact with and appreciate this mural via augmented reality (AR).
Indonesia-Australia bilateral relations were formally established on 27 December 1949. A sequence of 75th anniversary events will be held throughout 2024. Among these, the Directorate General of Information and Public Diplomacy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will organize a “Batik Bootcamp" in September of this year at Yogyakarta. (WHY)
