VOInews, Jakarta: Indonesian President Joko Widodo asked the ranks of the Indonesian Armed Forces and the National Police –TNI/Polri to always be ready to face the challenges faced by Indonesia, including global economic uncertainty, geopolitical conflicts and their impact on the national economy.
This was affirmed by the President when chairing the Leadership Meeting of the Indonesian National Army (TNI) and the National Police (Polri) 2024 at TNI Headquarters Cilangkap in Jakarta on Wednesday (28/2/2024).
“The challenges we’re facing today are not easy ones; they are domestic challenges, external challenges which are the most difficult, and very complex global challenges. These can also have a significant impact on the economic situation and social situation within the country,” Presiden Joko Widodo said.
President Joko Widodo further stated that currently, the world is facing various conflicts, such as in Ukraine, Gaza, even Yemen, which are causing world food inflation. Besides, there is also an economic crisis which has caused a number of countries to be hit by a recession.
Therefore, he reminded the ranks of the TNI-Polri to remain alert and careful, because the future global competition will become increasingly complex.President Joko Widodo also reminded the TNI-Polri to be able to adapt to technological developments, including cyber warfare and the use of drones. (ytbsetpres/nrl)
VOInews, Jakarta: Vice President of the Republic of Indonesia Ma'ruf Amin explains the key to Indonesia's success in maintaining peace amidst diversity. The Vice President, when giving a public lecture on interfaith at the Hunter Council Chambers, Victoria University of Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand, on Wednesday (28/2/2024) said that as the country with the 4th largest population in the world, Indonesia has The potential for conflict is quite large.
Moreover, there are 6 officially recognized religions in Indonesia. On that occasion, the Vice President shared several Indonesian experiences in managing differences, so that they do not become a factor that triggers divisions. Firstly, the tradition of inter-faith dialogue which has become institutionalized and deeply rooted in society.
“Dialogue is the first and main choice in finding solutions to the problems of the Indonesian nation as a medium that transcends any divisions,” Ma’ruf Amin said.
The Vice President added that Indonesia has a forum for religious harmony, whose members consist of religious assemblies in Indonesia to prevent conflicts with religious backgrounds and at the same time resolve internal and cross-religious disputes. The government also strengthens regulations regarding harmonious and peaceful national life and enforces the law against parties who commit violations in the name of religion.
Apart from that, the Vice President also invited Indonesian and New Zealand religious leaders to exchange views and experiences in formulating and voicing peaceful solutions to various problems facing humanity. (trans-yati//voi-ytbwapres/nrl)
VOInews, Jakarta : US President Joe Biden said Monday that he hopes a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas that would pause hostilities and allow for remaining hostages to be released can take effect by early next week.
As reported by Arabnews.com (27/2) asked when he thought a ceasefire could begin, Biden said that he hopes by the beginning of the weekend.
Negotiations are underway for a week long ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to allow for the release of hostages being held in Gaza by the militant group in return for Israel releasing hundreds of Palestinian prisoners.
The proposed six-week pause in fighting would also include allowing hundreds of trucks to deliver desperately needed aid into Gaza every day. (Arabnews.com)
VOInews, Jakarta: Newly installed Malaysian king Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar warned opposition lawmakers against disrupting political stability on Monday (Feb 26), in a maiden parliamentary speech that will likely bolster the position of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and his unity government.
At the opening of the third session of the 15th parliament, Sultan Ibrahim also expressed support for Mr Anwar’s economic reforms and raised concerns about the country’s debt, urging the government to improve its fiscal position. Both points attracted thumps of support from the House, packed with Members of Parliament (MPs) dressed in white ceremonial garb.
The loudest cheers came when the king declared he would not entertain any moves to derail political stability, a veiled reference to earlier speculation that the opposition Perikatan Nasional (PN) was trying to overthrow the unity government using backdoor manoeuvres. (Channelnewsasia.com)