Indonesia Invites Public to Choose 81st Independence Day Logo

Indonesia's State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi has highlighted the importance of public involvement in selecting the logo for the 81st Indonesian Independence Day. He explained that allowing citizens to participate in choosing the visual identity for the August 17, 2026 celebration is a tangible way to foster community engagement.

Hadi emphasized that this initiative moves the public beyond merely being spectators to becoming active contributors in shaping the visual representation of the independence commemoration. "The selection of the logo for the 81st Republic of Indonesia anniversary provides a space for the public to take part in the independence celebration," he stated in a press release on Thursday (June 25, 2026).

He further elaborated that this involvement mirrors the nation's core values. "This participation reflects the spirit of democracy, mutual cooperation, and a sense of belonging to our national symbols," Hadi added. The process aims to strengthen the connection between the people and the symbols that represent their nation's independence.