Indonesia’s Vice President Maruf Amin, accompanied by his wife Wury Estu Handayani Maruf Amin, arrived at Raja Haji Fisabilillah Airport, Tanjungpinang, Kepulauan Riau, on Thursday afternoon, setting the stage for the eagerly anticipated opening of the Kepulauan Riau Ramadan Fair (KURMA) 2024. This visit not only celebrates Ramadan but also aims to promote the region’s Islamic economic and financial ecosystem.

The Vice President’s visit to Tanjungpinang involves a series of activities, including communal prayers and the official opening of the KURMA 2024. This event, organized by the Regional Committee for Economic and Sharia Finance (KDEKS) of Kepri, represents a significant effort to enhance the Islamic economy in the region.

Upon arrival, VP Amin was greeted by prominent local and military officials, underscoring the importance of his visit to the region. His agenda includes leading the Isya and Tarawih prayers at Al-Uswah Mosque, fostering a sense of unity and spirituality among the community.

The KURMA 2024, scheduled for March 15-24, features competitions, halal product exhibitions, seminars, and other activities designed to accelerate the sharia economy ecosystem in Kepri. The Vice President’s role as the main speaker at the Halal Product Seminar highlights the national emphasis on Indonesia’s position in the global halal market.

The fair aims to increase collaboration among business owners, communities, and the public in strengthening the halal product industry, sharia financial services, sharia entrepreneurship, and other priority sectors of the KDEKS Kepri.

The Vice President’s visit includes a packed schedule with rest and preparation at Tanjungpinang Batu IX before engaging in religious and official duties, demonstrating the comprehensive nature of his visit to support Kepri’s Islamic economic development.

Read More: Rising Food Prices Stir Concerns in Batam as Ramadan Approaches

An array of events at the KURMA 2024, such as competitions and creative contests, are designed to showcase the talent and innovation within the Islamic community, further promoting Kepri as a leader in the sharia economic sector.

The Vice President’s visit to inaugurate the Kepri Ramadan Fair 2024 represents a significant moment in the promotion of Islamic economic and financial practices in the region. This event not only enriches the spiritual celebration of Ramadan but also underscores the growing importance of the halal industry and Islamic finance on a global scale.

Vice President Maruf Amin’s visit to Kepulauan Riau for the opening of the Kepri Ramadan Fair 2024 emphasizes the Indonesian government’s commitment to enhancing the Islamic economic and financial ecosystem. Through communal prayers, seminars, and the fair itself, the event seeks to foster collaboration and innovation within the Islamic community, positioning Indonesia as a key player in the global halal market.

Source: Batam News, Tribun News (2024)