President Jokowi Opens 2nd IPPP in Jakarta: Strengthening Parliamentary Cooperation in the Pacific Region
Jakarta – President of the Republic of Indonesia, Joko Widodo, officially opened the 2nd Indonesia-Pacific Parliamentary Partnership (IPPP) in Jakarta today (25/7). The event, which was attended by parliamentarians from Pacific countries, aims to strengthen inter-parliamentary cooperation in the region.
In his speech, President Jokowi emphasized the importance of this forum as a means to strengthen relations between Indonesia and Pacific countries and greatly appreciated the Indonesia-Pacific parliamentary partnership.
“As a strategic initiative to strengthen partnerships in the Pacific that are very important to implement,” said President Jokowi.
According to Jokowi, there are three important sectors that currently need joint and immediate handling, namely climate change, blue economy and human resource development.
“Regarding human resource development through education and training that is carried out inclusively including for women and youth to increase productivity and innovation,” said Jokowi.
The President advised Indonesia-Pacific to continue to strengthen the spirit of brotherhood, mutual trust and mutual respect.
“Through strong collaboration we can maintain stability and achieve prosperity,” he said.
The event, which brought together the parliaments of Pacific countries, discussed various important topics, including economic cooperation, climate change, maritime security, and sustainable development. Participants will also conduct intensive dialogue to formulate joint policy recommendations.
Meanwhile, the Speaker of the Indonesian House of Representatives, Puan Maharani, said that she was confident that the 2nd IPPP meeting could produce real steps that could be useful for the people.
On that occasion, Puan invited cooperation to advance relations between Pacific countries and create a peaceful, stable and prosperous Pacific region.
“Work together to advance relations between Pacific countries and let us create a peaceful, stable and prosperous Pacific region,” said Puan.
Previously, Dr. Fadli Zon, as the Chairperson of the Indonesian House of Representatives’ BKSAP, said that the IPPP event aims to strengthen peace and better understanding between nations.
“Carrying the theme of Partnership for Prosperity, Regional Connectivity, and Inclusive Governance, it reflects our collective goal to conduct dialogue and collaboration, and create a better future for countries in the Region,” said Fadli Zon.
As a member of the Indonesian House of Representatives, he continued, his party plays an important role in shaping the future of the Indonesian nation and ensuring that the policies formed can run effectively.
“In the 2nd IPPP Session, we explored the potential for collaboration in the fields of government, culture, and security, including the use of renewable energy to address climate change and ensure that human rights policies continue to run,” added Fadli.
The presence of the delegates showed friendship and solidarity as fellow nations in the region, and provided an opportunity to formulate innovative policies at the 2nd IPPP Session.
This event is also proof of Indonesia’s commitment to strengthening its role in the Indo-Pacific region. [-red]
