British envoy learns about DPD

JAKARTA: British Ambassador to Indonesia Charles Humfrey met with Regional Representatives Council (DPD) Speaker Ginandjar Kartasasmita on Thursday to learn about the new body.

Humfrey joined other foreign envoys who have met with Ginandjar in recent days, including South Korean Ambassador Yun Hai-jung.

Speaking to the press after the meeting, Humfrey said he did not bring a special message from his government to the DPD speaker.

Ginandjar said that during the meetings several foreign envoys had complained about conflicting regulations that deterred foreign investors. Ginandjar promised to follow up on their concerns. -- JP