Desra Percaya, PhD

We kicked off @londoncraftweek with a @dscl_london @indonesiainlondon breakfast followed by a panel talk in the evening with Louis Copplestone @vamuseum , Dr Fiona Kerlogue and @rebeccahoyes discussing heritage textiles today. Thank you to Ibu @sariandthecats and @desrapercaya for officially opening the exhibition and to all the guests to attended. Thank you to my fellow panelists for an amazing discussion; hopefully the start of more to come. Thank you @rempapaspiceco for the delicious snacks and sambal and to @vkosasie for the honour of your presence. The exhibition is open this weekend 10-8 tomorrow and 10-4.30 on Sunday @gallery8eight 8 Duke Street. sW1Y. #batikrecolouringtradition #batik #londoncraftweek

An unforgettable afternoon at the King’s Garden Party at Buckingham Palace in the presence of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla (12 May 2026). Honoured to wear the Indonesian teluk belanga with “kain ulos sadum” from Batak, while my wife, @sariandthecats , wore Batik — proudly bringing Indonesian heritage to this special occasion. I also had the privilege of a brief conversation with His Majesty on strengthening Indonesia–UK cooperation in nature conservation. —- Sore yang tak terlupakan di King’s Garden Party di Buckingham Palace bersama Yang Mulia Raja Charles III dan Ratu Camilla (12 Mei 2026). Merupakan suatu kehormatan mengenakan teluk belanga Indonesia dengan kain ulos sadum khas Batak, sementara istri saya, Sari, mengenakan Batik — dengan bangga menghadirkan warisan budaya Indonesia pada kesempatan istimewa ini. Saya juga berkesempatan berbincang singkat dengan Yang Mulia Raja mengenai penguatan kerja sama Indonesia–Inggris dalam pelestarian alam. #indonesianway #inidiplomasi

Kicking off Batik: Recolouring Tradition with a blast ✨ To celebrate the opening of our special exhibition as part of @londoncraftweek , we welcomed members of the diplomatic corps in London, Diplomatic Spouses Club London (@dscl_london ), The Women’s Council, PAWA London, as well as friends and partners of the Embassy for a special breakfast viewing. A morning filled with warmth, vibrant conversations, and togetherness as we celebrated the beauty of batik, the richness of Indonesian craftsmanship, and the enduring friendships that connect us across cultures. Through Batik: Recolouring Tradition, we also celebrate how batik continues to evolve with a contemporary touch while remaining deeply rooted in heritage and tradition. We had the honour of welcoming Putri Indonesia Lingkungan 2026, Victoria Kosasieputri (@vkosasie ), who visited the exhibition and shared her reflections on the message presented throughout the exhibition. Special appreciation to @lisakinglondon for her dedication, passion, and commitment in bringing this meaningful exhibition to life. Here’s to tradition, creativity, and connections woven together through batik 🇮🇩🇬🇧 #IniDiplomasi #IndonesianWay #BatikRecolouringTradition #LondonCraftWeek

We warmly welcome you to Lisa King’s exhibition Batik: Recolouring Tradition, part of London Craft Week 2026. 📅: 12-17 May 2026 📍Gallery 8, 8 Duke Street St James’s, London SW1Y 6BN 🕰️: 12 -14 May 2026, 10:00 - 18:00 BST 15 - 16 May 2026, 10:00 - 20:00 BST 17 May 2026, 10:00 - 18:00 BST Let’s be part of the journey of Indonesian batik through Lisa’s story. #inidiplomasi #rintiskemajuan #londoncraftweek

Yesterday, at Wisma Nusantara, London, UK: His Excellency Desra Percaya, Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to the United Kingdom and Ireland (@desrapercaya ), together with Ibu Sari Percaya (@sariandthecats ), generously invited my sister and I for dinner. The last time we met was a week after I had been crowned as PI Bali 2026, in March. I am so humbled that, with your support, I am able to bring you this green crown, as Puteri Indonesia Lingkungan 2026. I am also about to gift a special fan to Ibu Sari- a collaboration between Ibu @lennyhartono and I as a symbol of Balinese women’s strength! Terima kasih sebesar-besarnya, Pak Desra dan Ibu Sari, atas perbincangan yang begitu hangat, serta saran-saran yang akan saya terapkan saat kembali menginjak tanah air. Seperti yang Bapak dan Ibu katakan, Vicky akan selalu memegang erat nilai-nilai Indonesia setiap kali bepergian ke luar negeri, sebagai identitas dan kebanggaan yang akan selalu saya bawa ke mana pun saya melangkah.

🌿 An inspiring day at @chesterzoo with Ambassador @desrapercaya and the Embassy team @Indonesiainlondon ! 🇮🇩🇬🇧 Connecting with the bright young minds of Sutherland Primary School — watching their eyes light up during our quiz about Indonesia, sustainable palm oil, and biodiversity was truly one of the most rewarding moments. These children are the future guardians of our planet. 🌍 And what a joy to see our magnificent Sumatran orangutan and Sumatran tiger thriving here — a powerful reminder of why conservation partnerships like the one between Indonesia and Chester Zoo matter so deeply. Together, we protect. Together, we educate. Together, we inspire. 💚 Hari yang luar biasa! Duta Besar Desra Percaya bersama tim KBRI London mengunjungi Chester Zoo!🇮🇩🇬🇧 Senang sekali bisa berinteraksi langsung dengan adik-adik dari Sutherland Primary School, yang penuh semangat dan rasa ingin tahu belajar tentang kelapa sawit berkelanjutan dan keanekaragaman hayati . Tidak hanya itu, mereka juga antusias menjawab kuis tentang Indonesia lho! Anak-anak sekolah ini adalah generasi penerus yang akan menjaga bumi, dan kita punya tanggung jawab untuk membekali mereka dengan ilmu, mencintai alam, dan harapan. Tak kalah membahagiakan, menyaksikan orangutan dan harimau Sumatera — kebanggaan Indonesia — hidup dengan tenang dan sejahtera di Chester Zoo. Sebuah pengingat nyata betapa berharganya upaya konservasi yang terus kita jaga bersama, lintas benua dan lintas bangsa. 🦧🐯 Bersama Chester Zoo, kita buktikan: melestarikan alam bukan hanya tugas satu negara — ini adalah panggilan kita bersama. 💚 Mari kita jaga, mari kita didik, mari kita wariskan. 🌱 #IndonesiaUK #ChesterZoo #SustainablePalmOil #inidiplomasi #rintiskemajuan

Berkesempatan diundang makan malam santai yang penuh diskusi dan canda tawa dengan @desrapercaya Duta Besar Republik Indonesia untuk Britania Raya yang begitu rendah hati adalah inspirasi yang membekas bagi saya. Beliau menunjukkan bahwa cara terbaik dalam menunjukan kepemimpinan adalah dengan membangun jembatan kolaborasi yang benar-benar peduli pada kepentingan bersama. Terima kasih Pak Desra, akhirnya kesampaian nyobain sate padang di London!😄

Cardiff, you’ve been wonderful! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 ✨ Ambassador @desrapercaya , together with @bank_indonesia_london , @LifeAtMandiriLondon and @indonesiainlondon team, had a productive visit, engaging with the Welsh Government on defence, education, health, and clean energy. We also had the pleasure of visiting the Cyber Innovation Hub to explore collaboration in cybersecurity innovation. The potential for cooperation is strong. 🚀 Thank you to the Wales Chamber of Commerce and the business community for the insightful dialogue 🤝 We wrapped up the day with a lovely dinner with @PPIWales , great to see our students doing well and in high spirits! Diolch! 🇮🇩🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 #inidiplomasi #rintiskemajuan #indonesianway

Dari Indonesia ke London: Karya Anak Bangsa siap tampil di panggung global 🇮🇩✨ @callistalden , desainer muda Indonesia di balik brand @dressedlikeparents , bergabung dalam curated pop-up store di Hackney—salah satu kawasan kreatif dan trendi di London. Kehadiran ini jadi bukti bahwa produk Indonesia mampu bersaing dan mendapat tempat di pasar internasional. Dubes RI @desrapercaya bersama tim @indonesiainlondon juga berkesempatan berkunjung dan melihat langsung koleksi custom-made dari @dressedlikeparents , sekaligus berbincang mengenai cerita di balik setiap karya yang dihadirkan. Semakin bangga melihat karya Indonesia terus berproses untuk bisa tampil dan dikenal di mancanegara! — From Indonesia to London: Indonesian work is ready to appear on the global stage 🇮🇩✨ @callistalden , a young Indonesian designer behind the brand @dressedlikeparents , is participating in a curated pop-up store in Hackney—one of London’s most creative and trendy areas. This presence proves that Indonesian products can compete and carve out their place in the international market. Ambassador @desrapercaya and @indonesiainlondon team also had the opportunity to visit and see the custom-made collection from @dressedlikeparents firsthand, while discussing the stories behind each piece. We’re even more proud to see Indonesian work continuing to grow and gain recognition on the global stage! #inidiplomasi #rintiskemajuan #SustainableFashion #TradeDiplomacy

Dubes RI @desrapercaya bersama tim @indonesiainlondon bertemu dengan Andrew Xeni, Pendiri & Chairman Nobody’s Child, salah satu brand fashion berkelanjutan terkemuka di Inggris. 🇮🇩🇬🇧 Pertemuan ini membuka peluang kolaborasi untuk mendukung ekspor tekstil dan garmen Indonesia, termasuk melalui business matching dan pengembangan Digital Product Passport (DPP). Tim KBRI London juga berkesempatan melihat langsung inovasi Nobody’s Child, termasuk penerapan DPP pada koleksi mereka, serta berdiskusi tentang komitmen terhadap transparansi dan keberlanjutan di industri fashion. 🌿 Kolaborasi untuk fashion yang lebih berkelanjutan 🇮🇩🤝🇬🇧 #Inidiplomasi #RintisKemajuan #TradeDiplomacy #FashionForGood #DigitalProductPassport ———— Ambassador @desrapercaya and the @indonesiainlondon team met with Andrew Xeni, Founder & Chairman of Nobody’s Child, one of the UK’s leading sustainable fashion brands. The meeting opened up opportunities to support Indonesia’s textile and garment exports, including through business matching and the development of a Digital Product Passport (DPP). The team also had the chance to see firsthand Nobody’s Child’s innovations, including how DPP is applied across their collections, and to exchange views on transparency and sustainability in the fashion industry. 🌿 Driving sustainable fashion together 🇮🇩🤝🇬🇧

My piece in Kompas daily, 27 April 2026 Summary: The Iran–US negotiations once again ended without agreement—not for lack of time, but due to the absence of trust and room for compromise. Diplomacy conducted in parallel with unilateral actions creates a paradox: rather than resolving conflict, it merely manages tensions. Measures such as port blockades around the Strait of Hormuz illustrate how unilateral pressure can disrupt global stability while undermining the foundations of international law. In an increasingly multipolar world, such strategies are becoming progressively less effective. Without a fundamental shift—from pressure to trust-based cooperation—negotiations risk becoming an endless cycle. Ultimately, diplomacy is not merely an option, but the only rational and sustainable path forward. ————- Tulisan saya di Harian Kompas, 27 April 2026 Ringkasan: Perundingan Iran–AS kembali berakhir tanpa hasil—bukan karena kurangnya waktu, melainkan karena absennya kepercayaan dan ruang kompromi. Diplomasi yang berjalan berdampingan dengan pendekatan unilateral justru menciptakan paradoks: alih-alih menyelesaikan konflik, ia hanya mengelola ketegangan. Langkah seperti blokade pelabuhan di sekitar Selat Hormuz menunjukkan bagaimana tekanan sepihak dapat mengganggu stabilitas global sekaligus merusak fondasi hukum internasional. Dalam dunia yang semakin multipolar, strategi semacam ini kian kehilangan efektivitasnya. Tanpa perubahan pendekatan—dari tekanan menuju kerja sama berbasis kepercayaan—perundingan berisiko menjadi siklus tanpa akhir. Pada akhirnya, diplomasi bukan sekadar pilihan, melainkan satu-satunya jalan yang rasional dan berkelanjutan. @hariankompas

Dari Jakarta ke London: Membawa Semangat Indonesia di Lintasan Dunia! 🇮🇩🇬🇧 Menjelang London Marathon (25/04), Dubes @DesraPercaya berkesempatan bersilaturahmi dengan para peserta asal Indonesia. Momen ini menjadi bagian dari penguatan people-to-people contact, sekaligus membuka peluang persahabatan dan kerja sama dengan Inggris ke depan. Terima kasih @Equatorise untuk dukungannya. Selamat berlomba, Duta Sehat Indonesia! Finish strong, keep running, keep inspiring! Semangat! 🔥 #inidiplomasi #rintiskemajuan