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Team Leader's Notes from the 2014 Indonesia International Tire Exhibition

03-18

Our trip to Indonesia coincided with the mysterious disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, a time when many countries invested significant manpower and resources in the search, yet after more than a month, there was still no news. Personally, I wasn't too worried, believing that such an improbable event wouldn't befall me; at the same time, I'm truly grateful to my family, friends, and colleagues who were concerned for my safety. Our flight with Cathay Dragon was smooth; baggage check-in was hassle-free unless the luggage was excessively overweight; passengers in Hong Kong could shop at the duty-free shops during the transit, which was quite pleasant. One thing to note on the plane is to keep the departure card (which is on the same form as the arrival card) after filling it out; customs will collect it upon departure. Losing it would be troublesome. Indonesian customs are known to be corrupt, so it's advisable for companies transporting exhibits to prepare some small gratuities.

Speaking of Indonesia, the first things that come to mind are "Land of Volcanoes," "Land of a Thousand Islands," and the "Bandung Conference," all learned in middle school, and of course, the beautiful Bali; a sense of familiarity amidst the foreign.

The NOVOTEL hotel we stayed at was quite good. While not as lively as hotels in Las Vegas, the room amenities and breakfast were excellent. Perhaps due to the hotel's Chinese ownership, many aspects were tailored to Chinese guests, particularly evident at breakfast. The hotel is about a 20-minute drive from the exhibition hall, offers free Wi-Fi, and has a supermarket, many Chinese restaurants, and fruit vendors nearby, making it very convenient. The most eye-catching feature for Chinese visitors is probably the Bank of China branch in Jakarta; a sense of China's strength immediately comes to mind. Buying mangosteens and rambutans to take back to the hotel became a nightly ritual for almost all members of our group. However, due to the unique smell of durian, it was prohibited to bring it back to the hotel.

We arrived in Jakarta three days before the exhibition opened. Aside from half a day for setting up the exhibition booth, we had a day and a half for visiting the local tire and auto parts market and sightseeing. Local sellers told us that almost all car wheels are imported from China, suggesting that Chinese wheel companies should consider exploring the Indonesian market. The countless motorcycles swarming the streets indicate a huge demand for motorcycle tires and parts, presenting significant business opportunities. Speaking of motorcycles, I recall an incident where a young woman who traveled to Indonesia alone for the exhibition mentioned having her necklace snatched by motorbike thieves. Therefore, it's crucial to be cautious when going out, ideally with a local companion or at least a friend. Indonesians tend to work at a slower pace, so it's best to set up the exhibition booth the afternoon before the opening to avoid unnecessary delays. The Jakarta International Expo, the venue for the exhibition, has five halls: INAPA (passenger cars), IIBT (commercial vehicles), INABIKE (two-wheelers), TYRE AND RUBBER, and HEAVY EQUIPMENT. The 2014 exhibition attracted over 1000 exhibitors from 25 countries and regions worldwide, demonstrating its considerable scale.

After the exhibition concluded, we visited a local shopping mall. Perhaps because we were about to leave Indonesia, everyone bought quite a lot. From large items like wood carvings, silver jewelry, and agarwood to smaller items like batik cloth, durian candies, and dried fruits, all these carry our fond memories of this country...

Team Leader: Zhou Chao

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