The ‘Phsaar Reatrei Indonesia’ night market will be held on Phnom Penh’s Chaktomuk Walking Street. - Supplied
PHNOM PENH: The Indonesian embassy in Phnom Penh is set to bring a vibrant cultural experience to Cambodia’s capital with “Phsaar Reatrei Indonesia”, a night market that will take place at Chaktomuk Walking Street in mid-November.
The announcement was made by Indonesian ambassador Santo Darmosumarto, during an Oct 21 meeting with Phnom Penh governor Khuong Sreng.
Santo said the upcoming event aims to promote Indonesia’s rich culture, culinary heritage and creativity in a setting that reflects the spirit of friendship between the peoples of Indonesia and Cambodia.
“We are inspired by the inclusivity and vibrancy of Chaktomuk Walking Street,” he said.
“We aim to promote people-to-people interactions and showcase Indonesia’s culture, tradition and creativity in an open and joyful setting,” he added.
“Phsaar Reatrei Indonesia” will feature traditional dance and music performances, Indonesian cuisine and well-known Indonesian products.
The event will transform the riverside walkway into a mini-Indonesian marketplace, allowing visitors to experience the diversity and flavours of Indonesia without leaving Phnom Penh.
Sreng welcomed the initiative and expressed full support for the event, highlighting that the walking street — a weekend riverside attraction — was designed as a venue for both locals and international visitors to enjoy Phnom Penh’s cultural and social life.
“Chaktomuk Walking Street is a space for everyone to experience the hospitality and social harmony of Cambodia,” he said, noting that such international events enrich the city’s multicultural atmosphere.
The embassy hopes the event will build on the success of “Sousdey Indonesia”, a large-scale exhibition of Indonesian products held in Phnom Penh in June, which drew significant public attention and strengthened business links.
In addition to discussing the upcoming night market, the ambassador and the governor touched on ways to further enhance economic cooperation and support the growing Indonesian diaspora in Cambodia.
The number of Indonesians living in Phnom Penh has steadily increased in recent years, as reflected in the rising presence of Indonesian restaurants and cafes across the capital.
With “Phsaar Reatrei Indonesia”, the embassy seeks to deepen cultural understanding and celebrate the enduring friendship between Indonesia and Cambodia — through music, food and shared community spirit along the iconic Phnom Penh riverside. - The Phnom Penh Post/ANN
