Head of BNPP Calls for Peaceful Resolution to Border Issues

Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Minister of Home Affairs and Head of the National Border Management Agency (BNPP), Tito Karnavian, has requested that various issues relating to the borders of Indonesia and neighbouring countries be resolved through peaceful and friendly communication.

“If there are problems or issues related to the borders, do not hesitate to contact me to resolve those matters in a peaceful and friendly manner,” Tito told journalists following a meeting with representatives from neighbouring countries at the BNPP Building, Jakarta, on Wednesday.

Tito also invited the ten countries that share borders with Indonesia to hold regular meetings to discuss any issues or concerns that arise regarding these boundaries.

These ten countries include Timor-Leste, Australia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Papua New Guinea, Thailand, Vietnam, India, and Palau.

He stated that the meeting with representatives from neighbouring countries also discussed the role of the BNPP and the programmes to be developed in border regions.

According to Tito, these programmes include efforts to resolve problems that have the potential to become polemics or disputes in border areas.

“This includes resolving issues that might become polemics or disputes, and how we can ensure that relations between Indonesia, especially in border areas, can be developed together for the mutual benefit of the communities in both countries,” he said.

He added that Indonesia consistently prioritises maintaining good relations with these nations, including through cooperation in trade and culture.

During the meeting, Tito noted that representatives from neighbouring countries expressed their willingness to develop good relations with Indonesia, including through trade and cultural cooperation.