Traditional Minangkabau Market: A Center of Social and Economic Change

In Minangkabau, the term “pakan” or market encompasses a deeper meaning beyond merely being a place for buying and selling. Traditional markets in Minangkabau, such as Pakan Serikat Koto VII Basambilan Koto in Sijunjung, serve not only as centers of trade but also as catalysts for social and economic change within the community. From the 1980s to 1998, this market exemplified how trading traditions in Minangkabau have shaped local capitalist practices, fostered strong social relations, and influenced the lifestyle of the surrounding populace. See more in https://kabakuok.com/pasar-tradisional-minangkabau-pusat-perubahan-sosial-dan-ekonomi/