Indonesians rage on Twitter after Chinese state media claims batik as traditional Chinese art form (VIDEO)
Others stepped in in defence of the clip, arguing that although the word batik was used, the technique did not originate from Indonesia.I know that it's wrong that they're using the word 'Batik', but sorry lady, historically they're originating the technique.Its root from Proto-Austronesian"bacik" which means tattoo, so it's not originally from Javanese either. Also wax resist dyeing of fabric is an ancient art form.
This came after a heated cultural feud between the republic and neighbouring Malaysia after many Indonesians alleged that batik techniques were stolen by Malaysians. Xinhua is China’s official state-run news agency and is the largest and most influential media organisation in the country.
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