JMFW 2023 shows a true commitment to the development of Muslim fashion: Sambuaga

It (JMFW 2023) is a form of government appreciation, commitment and earnestness to enable Indonesia to serve as a hub for Muslim fashion

JAKARTA (Antara) – “Jakarta Muslim Fashion Week (JMFW) 2023” is a true manifestation of the Indonesian government’s commitment to developing the country’s Muslim fashion industry, said Deputy Trade Minister Jerry Sambuaga.

“It (JMFW 2023) is a form of government appreciation, commitment and earnestness to enable Indonesia to serve as a hub for Muslim fashion. This Muslim fashion was developed in Jakarta and spread to the world. can be an icon for ,” he said. He said Thursday while attending JMFW ‘Fashion Parade 3’ at ICE BSD in South Tangerang.

He emphasized that Muslim fashion contributes well to the country’s exports.

The Muslim fashion industry has contributed US$2.8 billion to the country’s exports since the beginning of this year.

“Muslim fashion also contributes to the trade balance, reaching US$38.9 billion in September 2022. JMFW 2023 therefore demonstrates the government’s commitment and seriousness in promoting Muslim fashion. We exist to prove it,” Samuaga said.

He called on the public and the Muslim fashion industry to work together and create synergies to create a better image of Indonesia in the eyes of the international community through Muslim fashion.

He further expressed his hope that JMFW will become one of the annual events so that Indonesian Muslim fashion can have an impact on the world.

At the opening of JMFW 2023, which ends on 22nd October, Vice President Marfu Amin said that Indonesia Setting world-class parameters in Muslim fashion.

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