javaprivatetour.com – Once upon a time, in a city known for its rich cultural tapestry and vibrant creativity, something magical happened. Solo, a charming city on the island of Java, officially joined the UNESCO Creative Cities Network. The announcement came on a delightful Tuesday, October 31, 2023, making Solo the 55th member of this prestigious global community.
Wali Kota (Mayor) Solo, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, joyfully shared the news, expressing gratitude to the media for their unwavering support. “Solo is now officially a part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network for Craft and Folk Art. Thank you, dear media friends, for your support,” he beamed on a sunny Wednesday, November 1, 2023.
This momentous achievement marked Solo’s third attempt to join the network, with previous efforts falling short. Gibran, determined and persistent, led the successful charge, promising to strengthen events focused on Craft and Folk Arts in the future.
Looking ahead, the Solo city administration plans to fortify initiatives related to the newly designated category. Gibran emphasized, “We will strengthen events and SMEs, particularly those associated with Craft and Folk Arts. That will be our sole focus moving forward.”
Before Solo’s inclusion, 55 cities worldwide had already become part of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network. This recognition is awarded to cities showcasing a robust commitment to utilizing culture and creativity as integral parts of their development strategies, demonstrating innovative urban planning practices centered around humanity.
The addition of Solo brought the network’s total to an impressive 350 cities spanning over a hundred countries. These cities represent seven creative fields: Crafts and Folk Arts, Design, Film, Gastronomy, Literature, Media Arts, and Music.
Newly appointed cities will collaborate with existing network members to enhance their resilience in the face of evolving threats such as climate change, growing disparities, and rapid urbanization. A staggering 68% of the world’s population is projected to reside in urban areas by 2050.
Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO, commended the cities in the Creative Cities Network for their leadership in improving access to culture and harnessing the power of creativity for urban resilience and development.
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