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Sumbawa Regent Pushes Kopi Tepal for Global Recognition Through Ngemar Kawa Festival

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Regent of Sumbawa, NTB, is promoting Kopi Tepal from Batulanteh District to gain global recognition.
  • The initiative aims to establish Kopi Tepal as one of the world's premier coffee brands.
  • This effort is part of a festival designed to elevate the local coffee's profile.

Sumbawa Regent Syarafuddin Jarot is championing Kopi Tepal, a local coffee from Batulanteh District in West Nusa Tenggara, with the ambitious goal of making it a globally recognized brand. This initiative is being spearheaded through a festival aimed at elevating the coffee's profile on the world stage.

The Regent's push signifies a strategic effort to boost the local economy and showcase the quality of Sumbawa's agricultural products. By focusing on Kopi Tepal, the local government seeks to tap into the growing global demand for specialty coffees and position the region as a significant player in the international market.

The festival, named 'Ngemar Kawa,' is designed not only to promote the coffee itself but also to attract tourism and investment to the Batulanteh area. It highlights the cultural significance of coffee in the region while aiming for economic prosperity. The ultimate vision is for Kopi Tepal to be celebrated worldwide for its unique qualities and taste.

Kopi Tepal from Batulanteh District must be known and become one of the best in the world.

— Syarafuddin JarotThe Regent of Sumbawa, NTB, expressing his vision for the local coffee.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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