Indonesia has expressed its ambition to host the 2036 Summer Olympics, with Jakarta and Bali being proposed as potential venues. This announcement was made by Dito, a representative at a seminar focused on leveraging the power of sports for social cohesion and community resilience.
During a meeting with Thomas Bach, the President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Indonesia's elected President Prabowo Subianto presented the country's candidacy for the prestigious event. The IOC has shown interest in Indonesia's proposal, highlighting the country's potential to host not only the Olympics but also various international sporting events.
Dito emphasized that further studies are necessary to evaluate the feasibility of hosting the Olympics in Jakarta and Bali. He noted that discussions have revolved around the logistics and sustainability of utilizing both locations for the event. The Indonesian government aims to ensure that the proposal undergoes thorough analysis to assess its viability and effectiveness.
The spirit of this initiative reflects Indonesia's readiness to embrace the challenges and opportunities associated with hosting the Olympic Games, marking a significant step in the nation's sporting aspirations.