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VOINews, Jakarta - The Indonesian Economic Affairs Coordinating Ministry conducted a working visit to Berlin in late October to seek the German Government's support for Indonesia's accession to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).

According to a statement received here on Sunday (November 5), the ministry's Deputy for International Economic Cooperation Coordination, Edi Prambudi, had the opportunity to meet with several German high-ranking officials, including Director General of Trade at the Economic Affairs and Climate Action Ministry, Dominik Schnichles.

Prambudi sought support of the German Government for Indonesia's bid to become a full member of the OECD while extending appreciation to the well-fostered economic cooperation between Indonesia and Germany.

"We know that Germany is the largest economy in the European Union, the most significant trade partner of Indonesia among the European Union members, and one of the founding members of the OECD," Prambudi noted.

He also lauded Germany for its support for Indonesia's resolve to become a full member of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).

President of FATF, T. Raja Kumar, announced the intergovernmental organization's decision to accept Indonesia as its 40th full member during a plenary meeting that took place in Paris, France, on October 27, 2023.

"We also discussed the follow-ups to the Joint Declaration of Intent of the Indonesia-Germany Joint Economic and Investment Committee signed by the Indonesian Economic Affairs Minister and German Economic Affairs and Climate Action Minister in April 2023," he noted.

Delegations of both countries also explored possible bilateral cooperation in investment in special economic zones in Indonesia, especially in the manufacturing sector and industrial areas.

In addition, Prambudi made the most of the visit to Germany to hold a meeting with the Head of Germany's G7/G20 Sherpa Office, Lucinda Trigo Gamara.

During the meeting, Germany lauded Indonesia for its role in the presidency of G20 last year and as a member of the Troika of the Indian G20 Presidency this year

"In the meeting, we also discussed the results of the G20 Summit held in New Delhi on September 9-10 of 2023 as well as the priorities of the G20 under the presidency of Brazil next year," Prambudi concluded. (Antaranews)

VOINews, Jakarta: The spokesperson for the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Lalu M. Iqbal said that humanitarian aid sent by Indonesia to the people of Gaza, Palestine had arrived at El Arish Airport, Egypt.

The Center for Refresher Education and Enhancement of Sailing Science (BP3IP) and Namibian Maritime and Fisheries Institute (NAMFI) training in Jakarta - 

Voinews, Jakarta - The Center for Refresher Education and Enhancement of Sailing Science (BP3IP), which is a tertiary institution under the management of the Transportation Human Resources Development Agency (BPSDMP), Ministry of Transportation trains seafaring instructors from the Republic of Namibia in the IMO Model Course Training of Trainer (TOT) program 6.0919 instructors from Namibian Maritime and Fisheries Institute (NAMFI).

At the opening of the training, Head of the Center for Maritime Transportation Human Resources Development (PPSDMPL), Ahmad said this activity signified the strong friendship and cooperation between the Republic of Indonesia and the Republic of Namibia. And his party really appreciates the trust and togetherness shown by Namibia by choosing Indonesia as a partner in increasing instructor capacity through this training program.

“Namibia's warm acceptance of Indonesia's invitation is proof of the deep trust and togetherness between the two countries. "With great appreciation, we acknowledge Namibia's willingness to be actively involved in this training program, which shows their commitment to increasing the capacity of instructors," said Ahmad in his written statement, Monday (6/11).

He also added that this partnership reflects the strength of our bilateral relations and shared goals in advancing education and developing professional teaching staff. Together, Indonesia and Namibia are ready to create transformative learning experiences that will empower instructors and shape the future of education in both countries.

Ahmad also expressed his deep gratitude to all parties involved in the preparation and implementation of this training program, including the organizing committee, facilitators, and all those who have contributed to its success.

"Hopefully this training program will not only provide valuable knowledge and skills, but also encourage deeper understanding and cooperation between Indonesia and Namibia in the maritime sector," he said.

According to Ahmad, sharing information and insight is very important in every training program. By sharing, we can broaden our perspectives, learn from other people's experiences, and access new information that we may not have previously known about.

“This can be done through discussions, presentations, written materials, or online platforms such as forums or social media. "Through sharing, we can grow and develop together in our knowledge and understanding of the material discussed in this training," he said.

According to a release received by Voice of Indonesia on Monday (06/1123), the Director of BP3IP, Mohamad Murdiyanto said that this training program will take place from 6 to 17 November 2023. During this period, participants will have the opportunity to visit the MH Thamrin simulator and training ship, which will enrich the knowledge and practical skills of the participants. participants in the maritime field. This hands-on experience will further enhance training effectiveness and provide valuable insight into real-world situations.

“Through simulator visits and training at MH Thamrin, participants will have the opportunity to apply the theoretical knowledge gained from this program and increase their understanding of activities in the maritime world. "The practical aspects of this training will contribute to a comprehensive learning experience and prepare participants to become competent instructors," he said.

Murdiyanto also welcomed all participants from the Namibian Maritime and Fisheries Institute (Namfi) and other participants from the Republic of Namibia. Your presence here today strengthens the friendship and partnership between our two countries.

"I believe that this training program will further strengthen our ties as friends and partners, and I hope that this will provide mutual benefits in the development and progress of our maritime sector," he concluded.

On this occasion, the Director of Shipping and Maritime Affairs, Hartanto, was also present; Director of Africa at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dewi Justisia M, Director of the International Development Cooperation Fund Institute (LDKPI) and a number of representatives from the Ministry of Transportation, Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Foreign Affairs//VOI

VOINews, Jakarta - The National Police (Polri) sent nine personnel to assist the delivery of 26.5 tons of the 51.5 tons of Indonesia's humanitarian aid for the people of Palestine in the besieged Gaza Strip.

"They had departed for Egypt's El Arish International Airport on Sunday evening," Head of the National Police's International Relations Division, Inspector General Krishna Murti, stated here Monday.

"The police officers left for Egypt on board an Airbus A330 from the Soekarno Hatta International Airport along with their counterparts from the Foreign Ministry and several journalists," he remarked.

Shortly after arriving in Egypt, the Indonesian Foreign Ministry's officials would coordinate the delivery of the humanitarian aid to the Egyptian authorities before being transported to Gaza, Murti stated.

He appealed to all Indonesians to continue to pray for the success of this humanitarian mission for Palestinians, who have been acutely suffering from the Israeli bombardment since the start of the war on October 7.

"May our humanitarian packages arrive on schedule and reach those in need," he noted, adding that the packages comprise health equipment, food, tents, and blankets.

"Polri donates 100 tents that can accommodate five thousand people as well as one thousand winter blankets and jackets, he stated.

On Saturday morning (Nov 4), President Joko Widodo had sent off humanitarian assistance, weighing 51.5 tons, from the Indonesian government and people for Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip.

Speaking at the sending off ceremony of the aid at Halim Perdanakusuma Air Force Base in East Jakarta, President Jokowi said this first batch of aid would be followed by another batch of aid.

This first batch of the aid was transported by three aircraft comprising two C-130 Hercules planes, with registration numbers A-1327 and A-1328, of the Indonesian Air Force as well as a Garuda Indonesia's Boeing 737.

Jokowi, as the president is known, highlighted that aid was obtained not only from the government but also from the people that submitted their donation through humanitarian agencies, including the National Alms Agency (Baznas) and Indonesian Red Cross (PMI), and a fundraising platform kitabisa.com.

"This is a manifestation of Indonesian solidarity, the nation's care about humanity because the humanitarian tragedy happening in Gaza is unacceptable and must be ended immediately," he stated.

New armed conflict between Palestine and Israel erupted again following a surprise attack by Hamas on Israel early in the morning of October 7.

Prior to the assaults by Palestinian liberation fighters, Israel had continued its closure of Gaza crossings.

Palestine's news agency WAFA reported on September 25 that the Israeli closure of Gaza crossings had worsened the living conditions of Palestinians in Gaza.

According to WAFA, the Palestinians had already suffered from the severe impacts of "more than 17 years of tight Israeli land, sea, and air blockades."

Al Jazeera quoted Hamas, which governs Gaza, as stating that its assault on Israel was "a response to the desecration of the Al-Aqsa Mosque and increased settler violence."

In response to the unprecedented surprise attack, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared war on Hamas and, according to Al Jazeera, pledged that the Israeli forces would "turn all Hamas hideouts into rubble."

The ongoing Israeli genocidal campaign in the besieged Gaza Strip, which is home to more than two million people, has resulted in the deaths of several thousand Palestinian civilians and led to a humanitarian crisis. (Antaranews)