Baku:The Embassy of Indonesia in Baku, in partnership with the Azerbaijani branch of the Indonesian National Movement for the Creative Economy (Gekrafs Azerbaijan), organized the 'Indonesian Culinary Diplomacy Festival 2026' on October 16.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the festival was designed to promote Indonesia's national identity, its rich cultural heritage, and the potential of its creative economy on an international scale. It aimed to fortify cultural ties through culinary diplomacy between Indonesia and Azerbaijan. The event also provided a platform for Indonesian diaspora micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Azerbaijan to present and market their culinary products.

Indonesia's Ambassador to Azerbaijan, Berlian Helmy, commended the initiative, highlighting its alignment with the embassy's mission of advancing cultural diplomacy. He noted the importance of the creative economy and national cuisine in strengthening bilateral relations between Indonesia and Azerbaijan.

Throughout the festival, attendees had the opportunity to explore traditional Indonesian cuisine, participate in culinary demonstrations, and engage in programs that showcased Indonesia's cultural heritage.