New ambassadors target strategic cooperation with Indonesia
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Newly appointed ambassadors from friendly nations have expressed optimism regarding the strengthening of strategic cooperation with Indonesia across various sectors, following the presentation of their credentials to President Prabowo Subianto at the Merdeka Palace, Jakarta, on Tuesday.
“We wish to make our best efforts to build new bridges of cooperation in the maritime, logistics, and transport environments. I am very confident that we can become an excellent and strong partnership,” stated the Ambassador of the Republic of Panama to Indonesia, Bernardo Brea Rodriguez, as quoted from an official statement by the BPMI of the President’s Secretariat.
Bernardo noted that his first experience serving in Indonesia has left a positive impression. He admitted to receiving a warm welcome since his arrival in the country and hopes that the relationship between the two nations can grow closer by leveraging the strategic positions of both Indonesia and Panama within global trade networks.
Similar optimism was expressed by the Ambassador of the Republic of Portugal to Indonesia, Maria Gabriela Vieira Soares de Albergaria. According to her, her assignment in Indonesia holds personal significance as it makes her feel as though she is returning home.
“My mission is to strengthen the bonds we have held for over five centuries to contribute to a better world in addressing various international issues—matters that we must tackle together as a global community,” said Maria. She reaffirmed her commitment to expanding the friendly relations and cooperation built upon mutual respect.
“As the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea to the Republic of Indonesia, I will strive to further enhance and expand the friendly relations and cooperation between our two nations,” said Hong Kwang Il.
The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to Indonesia, Redouane Houssaini, also identified significant opportunities for Indonesia and Morocco to increase cooperation in trade, investment, renewable energy, food security, and youth cultural exchange. According to Redouane, both nations hold strategic positions in their respective regions and share common values in upholding tolerance and moderation.
“We share the same values of tolerance and the openness of Islam, and I believe Indonesia and Morocco are good examples in this field,” he remarked.
In addition to Panama, Portugal, North Korea, and Morocco, credentials were also presented by the ambassadors of Guatemala, Qatar, Kenya, Fiji, and Mozambique.
Deputy Foreign Minister Arif Havas Oegroseno explained that following the credential presentation ceremony, President Prabowo continued his agenda with a reception for the ambassadors in the Veranda Room of the Merdeka Palace.
During the meeting, President Prabowo expressed his pleasure in welcoming the newly appointed ambassadors and reaffirmed the principles of Indonesia’s free and active (non-aligned) foreign policy. The President also emphasised the importance of international cooperation in creating justice amidst various global challenges.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs noted that with the presentations on Tuesday and similar ceremonies held the previous day, a total of 17 ambassadors from friendly nations have officially presented their credentials to President Prabowo as part of the commencement of their diplomatic assignments in Indonesia.