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Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Indonesia to Japan, Heri Akhmadi said that the unification of youth is the starting point for Indonesian unity in achieving independence. Japan and Indonesia itself will commemorate the establishment of the 65th diplomatic relations

"The most prominent message of the Indonesian Youth Pledge is to unite. The importance of youth's role in the course of history and shaping the future," said Heri in a statement, Saturday (10/29/2022).

Heri emphasized that in the face of global dynamics that are currently developing, the collaboration between countries is absolutely necessary.

“Japan has been one of Indonesia's most important and strategic partners since 1958, and Indonesia-Japan also cooperates closely in regional and multilateral forums. Cooperation is absolutely necessary to face global challenges," said Heri.

Japanese Foreign Minister Hayashi Yoshimasa conveyed the leadership of the two countries. Indonesia's leadership at the G20 Forum in 2022 and ASEAN in 2023, as well as Japan's leadership at the G7 forum in 2023, are opportunities to deal with global problems.

“The two countries will jointly lead the international community. This is a good opportunity to increase cooperation, not only in bilateral relations between the two countries but also in dealing with various global problems," said Hayashi.

Hayashi said that next year, Japan and Indonesia will commemorate the establishment of the 65th diplomatic relationship. "With the friendship so far, I hope that bilateral cooperation can continue to increase, both in the fields of infrastructure, economy, and security," said Hayashi. (RRI)