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Indonesia and Canada is currently facing a new challenge, such as hoax, the rise of the populist nationalist movement, economic protectionism, and uneven economic growth. This was stated by Canadian ambassador to Indonesia, Peter MacArthur in his speech on the reception of the 151st Canadian National Day on Monday (2/7) in Jakarta. MacArthur added that Canada will keep continuing international agenda which is progressive and inclusive, to foster tolerance and peace pluralism.   Close partnership with Indonesia is in line with the efforts. 

“It is with this modern, fast-growing Indonesia that we join hands in peacekeeping, defense and security –including in the struggle against global terrorism. Indonesia’s recent success in being elected to the UN Security Council gives us every confidence that our shared interests will be well represented. Indonesia’s hosting the IMF/World Bank AGM this year is a further contribution to sustainable economic development. Our countries continue to enjoy a strong trade and investment relationship- business worth billions of dollars- employing hundreds of thousands of people,” Mac Arthur said.

Furthermore Ambassador Mac Arthur explained in educational field, thenumber of Indonesian young generation who continue their studies in Canada, increased 50 percent last year. The ambassador also praised the implementation of simultaneous regional election in Indonesia which runs smoothly, peacefully and fairly. The celebration of the 151st Canadian National Day this year took a theme “the Chairmanship of Canada on G7”. Attending reception of the 151st Canada Day were Indonesian Minister of Women Empowerment and Child Protection, Yohana Yembise and Home Affairs Minister, Tjahjo Kumolo. (VOI/SEKAR/trans-yati/AHM)