Singapore and Indonesia talk of co-hosting big concerts, other events. Are they ready for it?


Taylor Swift's concerts are believed to have brought in millions of dollars to Singapore’s economy. ST PHOTO: DESMOND WEE

JAKARTA: Strong ties between Singapore and Indonesia lay a solid foundation for the two countries to explore co-hosting major events in future, but both sides will have to be selective on which projects will play to their strengths, experts told The Straits Times.

The idea for potential bilateral cooperation on hosting major concerts and other international events was floated by Indonesia’s Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Sandiaga Uno on March 8, during his visit to Singapore amid pop singer Taylor Swift’s six-date concert series.

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