As a "City of Cuisine" recognized by UNESCO, Guangzhou gathers unique culinary cultures from around the world, with Indonesian cuisine being a highly representative component. On April 28th, the Consulate General of Indonesia in Guangzhou held a themed event called "A Journey of Indonesian Food Culture" in Guangzhou, launching a unique experience of Sino Indonesian food culture exchange. Indonesian Consul General in Guangzhou, Ben Perkasa Drajat, said at the event, "We often say 'food conveys emotions, taste makes friends'. When people cook delicious dishes with loving spices, tasters can naturally feel the deep friendship contained in them. Consul General Ben Perkasa hopes that through such cultural exchanges, the friendship between the two countries can last forever. Consul General Bindeka also pointed out that "on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Indonesia, the relationship between the two countries is ushering in new development opportunities. In the field of economic and trade cooperation, China has become Indonesia's largest trading partner. In the field of cultural exchanges, China has become the preferred destination for Indonesian students studying abroad. From electronic games, fashion trends to music and art, the influence of Chinese popular culture is increasing day by day. It is worth mentioning that Indonesia has the world's largest overseas Chinese community, who have made important contributions to promoting cultural exchanges between the two countries." At the event held by Consul General Bindeka in Guangzhou, Indonesian Consul General Bindeka personally guided guests to taste special cuisine. The richness of Sodo chicken soup, the freshness of Gado Gado, the spiciness of Badong beef, and the richness of Huangjiang rice allowed attendees to experience the authentic Indonesian flavor. The reporter of the News Agency noticed that the sponsor specially set up a cooking demonstration link, and Indonesian chef Yang Dijia demonstrated the production process of Fried Rice on the spot. 'Indonesian spiciness' is the soul of our cuisine, "Chef Yang explained while operating." But in Guangzhou, we adjust the spiciness appropriately, retaining the characteristics while adapting to the local climate and dietary preferences, forming a unique' Guangdong spiciness' flavor. This tailored improvement is a vivid reflection of the fusion of food cultures between the two countries. After the Indonesian specialty dish Huangjiang Rice event, Consul General Bin Dega talked to Xinhua News Agency reporters about his insights on Chinese cuisine. Roasted goose and dumplings can be regarded as China's' national cuisine ', which has left a deep impression on me, "said the Consul General." As an important carrier of cultural heritage, cuisine not only reflects national characteristics, but also serves as a beautiful business card for public diplomacy. "He pointed out that a classic dish often arouses people's interest in exploring its cultural philosophy, spice application, and historical origins behind it. This is precisely where the unique charm of cuisine lies - through the resonance of taste buds, building a bridge of people to people communication. "Indonesian Consul General in Guangzhou Bindega (right) and Xinhua News Agency International Correspondent Clea Odelia (Indonesia) stated that China and Indonesia, as important food culture powers, continue to deepen bilateral economic and trade cooperation. On April 12th, China successfully cleared customs for its first fresh coconut import from Indonesia, marking a new breakthrough in agricultural trade between the two countries. Consul General Bindega told Xinhua News Agency that China consumes about 4 billion coconuts annually, of which 2.6 billion are fresh coconuts, indicating huge market potential. The coconut production in Indonesia plays a crucial role in the international market. Consul General Bindega believes that the import agreement approved by the General Administration of Customs of China will further enhance the level of trade cooperation between the two countries. During the 137th Canton Fair, Consul General Bin Dega paid special attention to this international economic and trade event. He pointed out that "as the world's largest consumer goods manufacturing center, China continues to lead industry innovation through the platform of the Canton Fair. Indonesian companies are actively learning from China's cutting-edge achievements in green technology and other fields." According to him, the new Indonesian government has listed green technology and food security as key development areas. "In terms of the development of the electric vehicle industry, China has become Indonesia's most important strategic partner, and it is expected that the Indonesian electric vehicle market will continue to maintain a growth trend in the future. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Indonesia. For 75 years, the partnership between China and India has stood firm through thick and thin. Since the establishment of the comprehensive strategic partnership in 2013, China has always been one of Indonesia's most reliable development partners. In 2024, the bilateral trade volume exceeded 147.8 billion US dollars, and China remained Indonesia's largest trading partner and major source of investment. Both sides deepen financial cooperation through the settlement mechanism in local currency, laying the foundation for the expansion of cross-border payment fields. In the field of culture and education, China has become one of the preferred destinations for Indonesian students and tourists. Our cooperation scope continues to expand, covering all aspects such as politics, economy, and maritime affairs, "the Consul General emphasized, looking forward to China and Indonesia continuing to move steadily and write new brilliant chapters. (Xinhua News Agency) Text: Yi Chunyan Picture: Yi Chunyan, Su Baoping (Xinhua News Agency International Correspondent, Indonesia)