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President Joko Widodo received Chief Executive of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR), Carrie Lam at Presidential Palace in Jakarta on Wednesday. In his welcoming remarks, the President stated that the meeting should enhance relations between Indonesia and Hong Kong, not only in economic sector but also people-to-people contact.

During the meeting, President Joko Widodo was accompanied by several ministers, such as Minister of Foreign Affairs, Retno Marsudi and Minister of Trade, Enggartiasto Lukita. Minister Retno Marsudi said that Indonesia currently has a better investment climate for foreign investors. Thus, this situation should be used to enhance Hong Kong’s investment value in Indonesia.  

“Hong Kong’s investment is very important. From time to time, for at least two years back, Hong Kong has become the fourth biggest foreign investment in Indonesia. The President discussed issues related to investment, especially with a better investment climate that Indonesia is experiencing currently. We hope Hong Kong’s investment will increase in the future,” Retno Marsudi said.

Meanwhile, Chief Executive of Hong Kong SAR, Carrie Lam appreciated the welcoming of Indonesian government to the Hong Kong’s delegates. She highlighted the improvement of Indonesia-Hong Kong cooperation since President Joko Widodo's state visit to Hong Kong some time ago. According to her, the relationship between the two countries has increased, not only in the economic field, but also in the social and educational fields. (VOI/Ndy/RHM)