Jakarta (Antara Bali) - Australian and Indonesian batik practitioners and craft experts shared their common love for batik and discussed innovations in batik market development and production techniques in Semarang recently, according to the Australian Embassy here on Tuesday.
Three respected figures from Australia's textile and craft world were in Semarang to attend the inaugural Semarang International Batik and Craft Festival.
Australian Ambassador to Indonesia Greg Moriarty said the Australian Embassy Jakarta was pleased to support the group during its four-day visit to Semarang.
"The Semarang International Batik and Craft Festival is a wonderful opportunity for some of Australia¿s leading figures in craft and textiles to strengthen their relationships with their Indonesian colleagues," Moriarty said. "This is also a valuable chance to foster and promote cross-cultural exchange between Indonesia and Australia through a shared interest in batik and textiles," he said.
Associate Professor Williamson hoped to assist the Indonesian batik practitioners to expand the market for their products and thereby boost their incomes. Â (IGT)
