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Indonesia's position in various international forums must be optimal in order to boost public welfare as well as a form of Indonesia's contribution to the world, Indonesian Vice President Ma'ruf Amin stated.

The vice president conveyed the statement during his virtual speech at the Merdeka Economic Forum held in Jakarta, Monday.

"Indonesia's position in various international forums must also be optimized, especially this year's G20 Presidency. We want to increase cooperation in the fields of trade and industrialization, as well as for gaining mastery in technology to handle the climate crisis, both for the welfare of the Indonesian people and as Indonesia's contribution to the world," the vice president noted.

The vice president affirmed that the direction of Islamic economic and financial development, which prioritizes justice, inclusion, and sustainability, must also continue to be encouraged to strengthen national economic resilience.

In addition, Amin remarked that the pandemic had spurred contemplation. The pandemic has forced changes in several aspects of life and humans, as individuals, inevitably have to adapt.

"Hence, it is time for us to increase competence and strengthen hard and soft skills, so that we become human beings, who are empowered and able to overcome future challenges," he remarked.

It was also stated that a series of national economic recovery agendas must be implemented in an integrated, collaborative, and inclusive manner through active participation of people from every societal strata, the central government and local governments, large entrepreneurs and micro, small and medium entrepreneurs, as well as academics, practitioners, and individuals.

"Hence, I invite all parties to move together, rise together, and become strong together for the recovery of the economy of our beloved country," Amin affirmed.

The vice president is optimistic that the Free Economic Forum would produce several new ideas that support the realization of the welfare of the community, nation, and state. (Antaranews)