Jakarta, July 8 -- Creative Economy Minister Teuku Riefky Harsya has said that creative economy and culture are two forces that power economic growth, thus they need to be supported and developed.

In a press statement received here on Tuesday, the minister noted that Indonesia's cultural values are in line with national development, and development is an effort that requires participation not just from the government or elites, but also people of various identities, generations, and backgrounds.

The minister said that Punguan Simbolon dohot Boruna Indonesia (PSBI) has promoted the development of culture and creative economy, particularly Batak Samosir culture.

Their efforts are in line with President Prabowo Subianto's goal to consiste...