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Riau Malay performing arts are an important cultural heritage, serving as a medium for the expression of identity, moral values, and spirituality of the community. Its existence faces challenges due to globalization, social change, and the declining interest of the younger generation. This paper examines the cultural dynamics, changes in function, and preservation strategies of Riau Malay performing arts. The method used is a literature study with analysis of various sources. The results show that digital innovation, government policy, education, cultural festivals, and legal protection are key in maintaining the sustainability of this art. However, preservation is still faced with weak coordination, lack of protection, and the threat of modernization. Therefore, a collaborative and adaptive approach is needed for Riau Malay performing arts to remain sustainable in the modern era.

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menggambarkan dan menganalisis bagaimana implementasi nilai-nilai pendidikan multikultural dilakukan di SMK Negeri 1 Binjai. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah pendekatan naturalistik inquiry studi kasus.Data dikumpulkan melalui pengamatandan wawancara.Keabsahan data diperkuat dengan mengonfirmasi hasil observasi dan wawancara. Untuk menguji kredibilitas data, dilakukan pengamatan yang lebih lama, peningkatan ketelitian, triangulasi data, member check, dan referensi. Analisis data dilakukan menggunakan model interaktif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa implementasi nilai-nilai multikultural di SMK Negeri 1 Binjai memiliki beberapa aspek sebagai berikut:1) pembelajaran dilaksanakan secara terpadu melalui kegiatan intrakurikuler dan ekstrakurikuler. 2) Peran kepala sekolah, guru, dan siswa memiliki peranan penting dan pemahaman yang sama dalam pengembangan nilai-nilai multikultural, yang berpengaruh positif dalam membangun karakter peserta didik.. 3) Program kurikulum internasional (Cambridge) dirancang untuk memberikan kesempatan kepada siswa untuk terlibat secara langsung dan interaktif dengan dunia, serta mendorong pendekatan pembelajaran aktif yang memandu siswa menjadi fasih dan memiliki pengetahuan luas dalam berbagai mata pelajaran. 4) Program ini juga berusaha merangkul keragaman yang ada dalam hati siswa, seperti latar belakang etnis, keyakinan agama, dan cita-cita, dengan tujuan menciptakan individu yang mampu bersosialisasi dengan budaya yang berbeda. 5)SMK Negeri 1 Binjai merupakan tempat pertemuan antara peserta didik dan guru yang berasal dari latar belakang yang berbeda, yang memiliki ide, keyakinan, dan nilai yang beragam. Festival dan acara budaya diadakan untuk mengekspresikan keragaman multikultural tersebut. 6)Seluruh orang di lingkungan sekolah sangat waspaddan berkomitmen dalam menerapkan kebijakan no bullying (bebas penindasan). Dengan demikian,penelitian ini menyajikan gambaran tentang penerapan nilai-nilai multikultural dalam membangun karakter peserta didik yang beragam budaya.

This study examines bilateral cooperation between Indonesia and Japan which is realized through The Japan Foundation program, with an emphasis on cultural diplomacy as a soft power approach. Using descriptive methods and qualitative analysis of secondary data, this study reviews the contribution of The Japan Foundation in strengthening the relationship between the two countries in the cultural, educational, and economic sectors. The findings suggest that activities such as Japanese language learning, cultural festivals, and art exchanges play an important role in building cross-cultural understanding. Activities such as Ennichisai in Jakarta, cultural collaboration between Yogyakarta and Kyoto, and community empowerment initiatives in Bandung are proof of the success of this approach. Despite the disparity in cultural influence, Japanese cultural diplomacy has proven to be able to create a harmonious and mutually beneficial relationship for both parties.

This research aims to evaluate the impact of the MSME mini festival activities on the development of an entrepreneurial spirit in Datar Village, Warungpring District, Pemalang Regency. This mini festival is designed to promote local Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) products and provide a platform for MSME players to interact with visitors and participants. By involving various activities, such as product exhibitions, entrepreneurial workshops, and art performances, this festival is expected to encourage the entrepreneurial spirit, improve business skills, and expand the market for MSME products. The research methodology includes qualitative and quantitative approaches with data collection through surveys, interviews and observations. The survey was conducted to measure changes in motivation and entrepreneurial skills of MSME actors before and after the festival. Interviews were conducted with MSME actors, visitors and festival committee members to gain insight into the impact of the festival. Observations were carried out during the festival to assess the interactions and activities that took place. The research results show that the mini festival has a significant positive impact on the development of an entrepreneurial spirit among MSME players. This festival succeeded in increasing the motivation of MSME players to innovate and develop their products, with an average increase in motivation. Apart from that, the business skills of MSME players also experienced improvements, especially in terms of marketing and financial management. The mini festival also succeeded in expanding the market for MSME products and increasing the visibility of local products.