A New Symbol of Friendship: Indonesia Welcomes Its First Giant Panda Cub

Indonesia celebrates the birth of its first giant panda cub, Rio, at the Indonesian Safari Park. The birth symbolizes a strong commitment between Indonesia and China in conservation efforts. The park prioritizes the health of Hu Chun and Rio, who will not yet be accessible to the public.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Jakarta | Updated: 08-12-2025 08:52 IST | Created: 08-12-2025 08:52 IST
A New Symbol of Friendship: Indonesia Welcomes Its First Giant Panda Cub
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The first giant panda cub born in Indonesia has made its debut at the Indonesian Safari Park, displaying promising health signs as it nurses and makes noise.

Video footage and photos released by the park show the newborn in an incubator, receiving attention from its mother, Hu Chun.

Named Satrio Wiratama or Rio, the cub symbolizes the joined efforts of Indonesia and China to preserve endangered species. The park emphasizes the health of both Hu Chun and Rio as they remain away from public view.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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