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KBRN, Jakarta: Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Meutya Hafid, stated that the bilateral relationship between Indonesia and Oman is built on mutual respect and a shared goal for global peace.

"Indonesia and Oman have built a strong and meaningful relationship over more than four decades. For the past 46 years, our bilateral ties have been based on shared values of respect, mutual understanding, and a common desire to promote growth, peace, and prosperity," Meutya said at the 54th National Day Reception of the Sultanate of Oman in Central Jakarta, on Tuesday (19/11/2024).

Meutya also conveyed that the bilateral cooperation between Indonesia and Oman has evolved in the fields of politics, culture, and the economy.

"Our friendship has developed across various areas, not only in politics but also in cultural, economic, and social exchanges," she added.

In the political realm, Meutya highlighted that Indonesia and Oman have remained consistent in their commitment to creating peace and stability amid global dynamics and geopolitical tensions. She also mentioned that both countries are dedicated to fostering harmonious relations and promoting constructive dialogue. Indonesia and Oman continuously support each other in various international forums and organizations.

"I am also pleased that we have supported each other in international forums," she remarked.

Meutya emphasized that the strength of the Indonesia-Oman relationship lies in their ability to find common ground and focus on shared priorities. During the celebration, both countries reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining their friendship, based on trust and a shared vision for the future.

KBRN, Jakarta: The bilateral relationship between the Sultanate of Oman and Indonesia continues to strengthen, especially in the sectors of economy, tourism, and sustainable energy. The Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to Indonesia, Muhammed bin Ahmed Salim Al Shanfari, emphasized that the cooperation between the two countries is based on mutual trust and a shared vision for prosperity.

"Since diplomatic relations began in 1970, Oman and Indonesia have shown a strong dedication to supporting each other across various sectors. We want to strengthen this relationship for the benefit of both nations," he said during the 54th National Day Reception of the Sultanate of Oman in Central Jakarta on Tuesday (19/11/2024).

One significant development is the increase in bilateral trade, which reached USD 2.2 million in 2023, up 20% in the last five years. "This figure shows great potential for expanding cooperation in trade, especially in tourism, food security, and energy," added Al Shanfari.

Oman is also prioritizing investments in green energy as part of its efforts to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. "We are developing an ambitious green hydrogen project with a large production target set for 2030. This is Oman's contribution to the global energy transition toward a more sustainable future," he explained.

In addition to the economy, connectivity between the two countries is also a focus of cooperation. The recently agreed air transport agreement opens up new opportunities in logistics and tourism.

"We believe that increased connectivity will strengthen ties between our people and support economic growth," said Al Shanfari.

In conclusion, Al Shanfari stressed the importance of strategic cooperation between Oman and Indonesia to address global challenges. "We believe in the values of peace, harmony, and human rights. Through this cooperation, we aim to contribute to creating a better world," he said.

VOInews, Jakarta: Polish Consul Jakub Zachek expressed optimism about the potential for collaboration between Poland and Indonesia in advancing the gaming industry. Speaking at the Special Roadshow Gaming Symposium in Jakarta on Wednesday (November 13, 2024), Jakub highlighted the crucial role of education in supporting the growth of the gaming sector in both countries.

Jakub mentioned that Poland, known as one of Europe’s major gaming hubs, currently offers various scholarships in game development and design, particularly for Indonesian students. One of the universities offering these scholarships is located in Rzeszów, a large city in eastern Poland, which has already welcomed some Indonesian students to study game development and design.

“There are many, many scholarships being offered by Polish universities right now in game development and game design, especially for Indonesian citizens,” Jakub explained. “One of them is a university in Rzeszów, a bigger town in the east of Poland. There are already Indonesian citizens there studying game development and game design,” he added.

According to Jakub, the Polish government has recognized the significant potential of the gaming industry and offers various forms of support, including scholarships through the National Agency of Academic Exchange. This agency provides scholarships and opportunities for international students, including those from Indonesia, to pursue studies in game-related fields. Jakub emphasized that support from the National Agency of Academic Exchange will assist Indonesian students who travel to Poland to further develop their skills in game design.

With closer collaboration between the two countries, Jakub hopes to see more Indonesian students and professionals involved in game development, both in Poland and in their home country.

VOInews, Jakarta: Israel's warfare in Gaza is consistent with the characteristics of genocide, a special UN committee said Thursday, as a Human Rights Watch report said Israel's displacement of Gazans amounts to a "crime against humanity".

Israel said HRW's claims were "completely false", insisting its "efforts are directed solely at dismantling Hamas's terror capabilities and not at the people of Gaza", though it had not yet responded to the UN report.

The UN Special Committee pointed to "mass civilian casualties and life-threatening conditions intentionally imposed on Palestinians", covering the period from Hamas's deadly October 7, 2023 attack in Israel to July.

The committee said Israel's siege, blocking of aid, and targeted attacks and killing of civilians, despite UN and International Court of Justice (ICJ) orders, was "intentionally causing death, starvation and serious injury".

Israel's warfare practices in Gaza "are consistent with the characteristics of genocide", the committee said in the first use of the word by the UN in the context of the current war in Gaza.

Israel, it said, was "using starvation as a method of war and inflicting collective punishment on the Palestinian population".

It's not the first time Israel has faced such accusations.

South Africa brought a case before the ICJ last year, arguing the Gaza war breached the 1948 UN Genocide Convention, an accusation Israel has denied.

A UN-backed assessment at the weekend warned famine was imminent in northern Gaza, the site of an intense Israeli offensive since early October.

The operation had forced at least 100,000 people to flee northern Gaza for Gaza City and nearby areas, UN Palestinian refugee agency spokeswoman Louise Wateridge told AFP.

Source : AFP