Jakarta, Nov. 7 -- The Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) is preparing the rebranding of several markets, previously known as centers for thrifted clothes, such as Senen Market in Jakarta and Gedebage Market in Bandung.

The ministry's Deputy for Micro Enterprises, Temmy Satya Permana, said his party is collaborating with local brand associations to ensure the sustainability of businesses previously engaged in thrifted apparel.

"We will rebrand Senen Market as a center for our local brands, and we will do the same with other areas," Permana informed on Friday.

This measure is included in the government's efforts to ensure traders dependent on imported used clothing can maintain their livelihoods.

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