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World Cup viewing events foster unity and boost Jakarta's economy, says Deputy Governor

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Jakarta's Deputy Governor Rano Karno stated that watching World Cup matches together (nobar) serves as a unifying event for citizens of diverse backgrounds.
  • The 'Festival Rakyat Bola Gembira' and World Cup Final viewing event at Lapangan Banteng attracted nearly 14,000 attendees.
  • The festival also boosted the local economy by featuring around 200 MSME tenants and creating significant economic activity for vendors.

Jakarta's Deputy Governor Rano Karno highlighted the unifying power of public World Cup viewings, describing them as more than just watching a game together. He emphasized that these events serve as crucial platforms for bringing together citizens from all walks of life. This sentiment was vividly demonstrated at the 'Festival Rakyat Bola Gembira' and FIFA World Cup 2026 Final viewing event held at Lapangan Banteng in Central Jakarta, which saw an enthusiastic turnout.

Nearly 14,000 people flocked to the Lapangan Banteng area for the event, a number that surprised Karno given the festivities began in the afternoon. Organizers even expedited the schedule to accommodate the large crowds and prevent overcrowding. The event's success underscored the significant public interest in shared sporting experiences.

If according to the information, tonight's visitors reached almost 14,000. Moreover, this activity has been going on since the morning, since two o'clock in the afternoon the area was already crowded.

— Rano KarnoRano Karno expressed his surprise at the large turnout for the World Cup viewing event.

Beyond fostering community spirit, the festival also served as a significant economic driver. Approximately 200 MSME tenants, supported by Jakpreneur and the DKI Jakarta Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin), participated. Karno noted the substantial economic activity generated, stating, "We can see the economic turnover from the reports reaching an extraordinary figure. This is the economic movement that is truly driven by the people themselves."

The 'Festival Rakyat Bola Gembira' offered more than just a giant screen for the match; it included a music stage, family entertainment, community activities, and a space for MSMEs to promote their products. Similar large-scale viewing events were organized across Jakarta, with hundreds of smaller, community-led gatherings also taking place.

We can see the economic turnover from the reports reaching an extraordinary figure. This is the economic movement that is truly driven by the people themselves.

— Rano KarnoRano Karno highlighted the significant economic impact of the festival on local businesses.
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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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