Essential Business Trip Summaries for Foreign Trade Experts Visiting Jakarta

✨✨This one-week business trip to Jakarta was full of experiences 😜. The main purpose of this trip was to participate in an exhibition and explore the market in Indonesia.
Basic information: Indonesia has a population of about 280 million, making it the fourth most populous country in the world. There are only dry and rainy seasons here, remember to bring an umbrella if you come during the rainy season (we encountered the rainy season this time, with heavy rain almost every afternoon).

🕐 Time difference: Jakarta is 1 hour behind Beijing time.
🗣 Language: The local language is Indonesian, but English is commonly used in business, and many Chinese people speak Mandarin. You can learn a few simple phrases in Indonesian before you leave.
💸 Payment: Use Rupiah. Exchange some Rupiah before you go, and you’ll easily become a “billionaire” here, haha.

The exchange rate between RMB and Indonesian Rupiah is approximately 1:2190.
🙏 Religion: 87% of the population practices Islam, with Muslims praying five times a day and attending mosque on Friday afternoons. When working with clients, respect their cultural practices.
🛒 E-commerce platforms: Locals often use Shopee, while businesses generally use Alibaba’s international site, 1688, and also compare prices on Taobao and Pinduoduo.

💬 Communication: WhatsApp is mainly used, although some people also use WeChat.
🚕 Ride-hailing: Grab, Gojek. Choose Bluebird taxis for safety, avoid unlicensed taxis. A fellow boss got stuck in a taxi for an hour and a half for just a few kilometers. 🏍 There are many motorcycles due to severe traffic congestion, and it’s said that the Indonesian government is planning to move the capital.

Locals say don’t ride a motorcycle unless you have nine lives, it’s too dangerous!
🤝 Etiquette: It’s customary to use your right hand as a sign of respect. When handing something to someone or shaking hands, make sure to use your right hand.
🎽 The national costume is Batik, which is worn on formal occasions.

Every Friday is National Costume Day, wearing their national costume when meeting clients shows respect.
🍱 Food taste: The food tends to be salty and spicy. There are Chinese restaurants, but they are much more expensive than Indonesian ones. It’s best to bring some cooling medicine.
Finally, everyone, be safe when traveling abroad!

Keep your phone in your bag at night, and try to wear the bag across your chest or diagonally.
In summary, it’s always good to learn more and prepare well before coming. Wishing everyone a successful business trip!
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