Global Love Report – October 16th, 2024
English summary by Margaret Wuwur
In Indonesia, matchmaking services have become a popular resource for many seeking help in finding a life partner. Indonesia’s leading news portal, Kompas.com, recently interviewed matchmaker Rastrianez, who is certified by the Global Love Institute. She shared some interesting insights regarding matchmaking in Indonesia. According to Rastrianez, women are most likely to use matchmaking services to find their partners.
She explains that this is because women tend to be more eager to find a life partner compared to men. Women generally want to marry sooner, while men often prefer to focus on their careers first. Before turning to professional matchmakers, many women have tried to find partners on their own, including through dating apps. However, when they don’t find the person they’re looking for, they turn to professional matchmakers.
“So they seek a better alternative by coming to me, hoping to find higher quality matches because they’ve been filtered,” Rastrianez explained.
This observation aligns with her client data, where the average age of female clients ranges from 27 to 35 years old, compared to male clients who are typically between 30 and 40 years old.
Several factors contribute to women’s desire to marry earlier than men in Indonesia. Societal stigma plays a significant role, as unmarried women often face negative perceptions. Furthermore, biological concerns come into play, with women being more aware of their limited fertility window compared to men, who can typically remain fertile into later years.
Originally published by: Kompas.com
