Harmony with E. Timor beneficial: Lopez

JAKARTA: Indonesia would reap more benefit in the future should it decide to cooperate harmoniously with East Timor instead of constantly being at odds with its former territory, the Indonesian ambassador for Greece said here on Monday.

Lopez Da Cruz, an East Timor descendant, who is currently serving as Indonesian ambassador told reporters at the State Palace that Indonesia could benefit East Timor's support in the United Nations when it needs to pursue a certain issue in the future.

However, the government should asses the private assets of Indonesian nationals in the tiny territory and returned to the respective owners.--JP