Additional Information
Emergency Contacts, Medical Centers, Onsite Conveniences & Essential Phrases
Safety & Support
Delegate Support & Local Resources
To ensure a comfortable and worry-free experience throughout the Summit, this reference page provides immediate access to emergency medical facilities, nearby pharmacies, convenience stores, on-site venue conveniences, and key conversational phrases in Bahasa Indonesia.
Our on-site helpdesk at the Perpusnas Ground Floor Lobby remains staffed throughout Summit operating hours (08:00–18:00 WIB) to assist with any logistical inquiries or urgent support needs.
Key Contacts & Facilities
Essential Services in Central Jakarta
Reliable facilities located within a short radius of the National Library (Perpusnas).
Nearby International Hospitals & Clinics
English-speaking medical specialists and modern 24/7 emergency rooms within 10 to 15 minutes by taxi:
- RSCM Kencana (International Wing): Jl. Diponegoro No. 71, Salemba (~3.5 km). Premier university medical center with an international outpatient and emergency clinic. Phone: +62 21 1500 135.
- Siloam Hospitals MRCCC Semanggi: Jl. Garnisun No. 2–3, Semanggi (~4.5 km). Modern hospital accepting major international health travel insurance. Phone: +62 21 2996 2888.
- Medistra Hospital: Jl. Jend. Gatot Subroto Kav. 59 (~6.0 km). Trusted tertiary care facility with bilingual medical staff. Phone: +62 21 521 0200.
24-Hour Pharmacies (Apotek)
Accredited pharmacies offering basic medications, rehydration salts, personal care items, and prescription dispensing:
- Kimia Farma Cikini (24 Hours): Jl. Cikini Raya No. 12 (~2.2 km from Perpusnas). Full inventory of prescription medicines and registered pharmacists.
- Kimia Farma Wahid Hasyim (24 Hours): Jl. KH. Wahid Hasyim No. 79, Menteng (~1.5 km). Walking distance from Sabang and Menteng hotels.
- Guardian & Watsons: Located in nearby shopping galleries (Sarinah Thamrin & Grand Indonesia) for vitamins, toiletries, and travel health supplies (10:00–22:00 WIB).
Convenience Stores & ATM Centers
Everyday necessities like bottled water, snacks, prepaid transport cards (e-money), and international ATMs are widely accessible:
- Indomaret & Alfamart: Ubiquitous 24/7 convenience stores. Several branches are situated along Jl. Kebon Sirih and inside Gambir Station (300 meters from Perpusnas).
- ATM Centers: Bank Mandiri, BCA, and BNI automated teller machines are located at Gambir Station and the Bank Indonesia concourse, accepting international cards with Chip & PIN.
Onsite Perpusnas Delegate Amenities
Complementary services available inside the National Library facility during the conference:
- Prayer Rooms (Musholla): Clean, dedicated male and female prayer rooms with ablution facilities are located on conference floors and the lower ground level.
- Drinking Water Stations: Free refillable mineral water dispensers are available in every auditorium lobby; delegates are encouraged to bring reusable bottles.
- Luggage & Cloakroom: Secure bag storage is available at the Ground Floor Secretariat counter for delegates arriving directly from the airport or preparing for departure.
Language Toolkit
Essential Indonesian Phrases for Delegates
While English is widely spoken in hotels, conference venues, and modern commercial hubs, locals appreciate polite basic phrases in Bahasa Indonesia:
Selamat pagi / siang / malam
Good morning / afternoon / evening
Terima kasih (banyak)
Thank you (very much)
Sama-sama
You are welcome
Berapa harganya?
How much does this cost?
Tolong antar ke Perpusnas
Please take me to the National Library
Tolong, tidak pedas
Please make it not spicy