Prof. Warto stated that the case is problematic to categorize the action as cultural appropriation without thorough examination because culture is spreading. The process brings together the foreign culture and the local culture, leading to acceptance or rejection. Therefore, cultural appropriation is not a new phenomenon but instead has occurred from the beginning of civilization and is a part of cultural processes. This process shows that culture is changing and developing naturally.

“The cultural appropriation case between South Korea and China needs to be studied based on its context. The term cannot be implemented haphazardly. Cultural appropriation requires a thorough observation, whether it was just copying or expropriation, or it is actually a cultural appreciation,” Prof. Warto explained on Saturday (19/2/2022).

Currently, Prof. Warto added that many Indonesians, especially young people, copy Korean culture from physical appearance, hairstyle, and way of speaking. But can we consider it as a cultural appropriation? Not necessarily, unless one started to claim it as theirs.

Prof. Warto added that the case between South Korea and China needs to be assessed. For example, the development of Reog Ponorogo in Malaysia by Indonesians who made a living there. Thus, it was natural to have similarities with the authentic performance here. However, it was an issue when the country tried to claim it as their authentic culture without tracing its roots. Therefore, emphasizing the need for a thorough examination.

Lastly, Prof. Warto reminded UNS academic members to be wise in responding to such issues. “Examine to what level the claim was. If it was an appreciation, there is no problem. See cultural appropriation issues thoroughly before sharing your views whether it is an expropriation from its original owner,” he concluded. Humas UNS

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In the signing ceremony, UNS and BWM agreed on a collaboration in research, education, and knowledge sharing to strengthen the diplomatic relationship between Indonesia and South Korea. The MoU regulates collaboration in education and development, student, faculty member, and researcher exchange for research and education, academic information sharing, and mutual supports.

In his remark, Prof. Jamal thanked BWM for opening a partnership opportunity for UNS. he considers that BWM as a manufacturing company could provide knowledge and learning opportunities for UNS students and faculty members.

“Thank you to Mr. Kim for attending today (ceremony) online. I truly hope that this MoU could be well implemented and utilized by (our) students and faculty members to learn there,” Prof. Jamal stated.

Prof. Jamal also mentioned that partnership with BWM is UNS’ commitment to expanding international networking besides universities in several countries to promote knowledge and technology transfer between UNS students and faculty members and industrial researchers or teachers.

“We want (partnership) with not only international universities but also industry. Because today, a university needs link and match with industry,” he added.

Responding to Prof. Jamal’s hopes and messages, Mr. Kim thanked UNS for collaborating with BWM. He considers UNS as a reputable university in Indonesia with PTNBH status and high-quality students and teachers that could collaborate with his company.

“We highly hope this (kind of collaboration). Even more in the modernized era that demand every activity to be speedy and technologies are updated rapidly. Thank you, Prof. Jamal, and UNS,” Mr. Kim stated. Humas UNS

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