Jakarta's 500th anniversary logo signifies global city status

Jakarta's new logo for its upcoming 500th anniversary symbolizes the city's ambition to be recognized as a global metropolis, according to Governor Pramono Anung.

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The symbol shows the symbol of a global city.

Anung revealed that the logo's design reflects Jakarta's evolution beyond comparisons with other Indonesian cities. Instead, it aims to position the capital among major world cities. He pointed to a recent survey by a Brussels-based institution that ranked Jakarta 53rd out of 100 global capitals, notably placing it ahead of Washington D.C. and Abu Dhabi. "I used to imagine Abu Dhabi was better than us, but it turns out Jakarta is better in that survey," Anung stated.

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For me, the most important thing is it's better than Washington DC, including Abu Dhabi. I used to imagine Abu Dhabi was better than us, but it turns out Jakarta is better in that survey.

This achievement serves as a motivator for the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government to further elevate the city's global status. Efforts include fostering international partnerships and expanding global flight connections. Anung emphasized Jakarta's openness to collaboration, inviting foreign city leaders and ministers to visit and highlighting the ease of doing business.

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I always say when I meet with leaders, whether mayors, governors, or even ministers from abroad, I say please come to Jakarta. Now Jakarta will provide various conveniences.

Examples of this global outreach include new flight routes connecting Kelantan, Malaysia, to Jakarta, adding to existing routes from Penang and Kuala Lumpur. Beyond attracting international visitors, the provincial government is investing in foreign language training for Indonesian workers destined for overseas assignments in countries like Japan, Germany, and Malaysia. Anung acknowledged that language barriers have been a weakness for Indonesian workers abroad, despite their reputation for diligence and loyalty, and stressed the importance of linguistic preparation.

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So there are those going to Japan, those going to Kuala Lumpur, those going to Germany, and we always train them to be able to speak the local (target) language.