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Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasizes the vital role of students in Indonesia-Australia relations
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The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has highlighted the crucial role of Indonesian students in Australia in strengthening the relationship between Indonesia and Australia.
Director of Pacific and Oceania Affairs at the Ministry, Adi Dzulfuat stated that Indonesian students in Australia play a significant role in fostering stronger ties between the two nations as they pursue their education, interact with Australian peers, and represent Indonesia's rich cultural heritage and values.
In a press release from the Indonesian Student Association in Australia obtained by Antara on Tuesday, it was mentioned that Dzulfuat's statement was delivered during his speech at the 9th International Indonesian Student Conference held by the Association on July 20 and 21, 2024.
The event, held at the Patricia O’Shane Building, Kensington Campus, University of New South Wales (UNSW) Sydney, featured speakers from three different professional dimensions.
Government officials were invited to share their expertise in policy-making and regulatory thinking. Academics and researchers were asked to present research-based insights, while industry practitioners shared their real-world experiences on industry growth.
In his opening remarks on the first day of the conference, President of the Indonesian Student Association, Wildan Ali noted that for 43 years, the Association has fostered a strong Indonesia-Australia relationship by creating a dynamic platform for cultural exchange, academic collaboration, and professional networking, empowering students to become influential advocates and build bridges between the two countries.
Meanwhile, Australian Ambassador to Indonesia, Penny Williams and Indonesian Ambassador to Australia, Siswo Pramono delivered their opening speeches via video recordings. Both emphasized the importance of the conference as a strategic platform for exchanging ideas and knowledge among Indonesian students in a bid to address complex issues in Indonesia, and their role in strengthening the bilateral relationship.
