DIPLOMASI BUDAYA INDONESIA MELALUI BATIK DI KOREA SELATAN

The recognition of Indonesian Batik as an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO in 2009 marked the world’s culture and commitment to preserving Batik. becomes essential tool continuity Indonesia’s soft diplomacy. representatives abroad were assigned ambassadors for introduce it international community. South Korea’s one strategic partners with diplomatic relations built years where plays a vital role both countries’ relations. This paper evaluated cultural diplomacy through Korea (2010-2021) within framework diplomacy’s tools using qualitative research method primary secondary data obtained interviews literature studies. argues has succeeded increasing awareness interest point benefiting creative industry sector, especially Batik, particularly during Covid-19 pandemic.