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VOINews, Jakarta - President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) has informed that the Indonesian government will send its first batch of humanitarian assistance to Palestine this week.

"Indonesia will send humanitarian assistance, which will be adjusted to the demand and needs of the Palestinian people. The first batch will be sent this week," he said after chairing a limited meeting on Palestine at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta on Monday.

The assistance has been sourced from the government, business players, and the Indonesian people, he added.

In a statement broadcast on the YouTube channel of the Presidential Secretariat, Jokowi said that Indonesia is very angry about the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza due to the Israel-Hamas conflict.

"Indonesia is very angry about the worsening situation in Gaza, especially the humanitarian situation," he stressed.

The Indonesian government is continuing to follow the developments in Gaza closely, he affirmed.

Jokowi expressed Indonesia's firm stance on strongly condemning random attacks on civilians and public facilities in Gaza.

He then asked that violence against civilians be ended immediately.

"A ceasefire must continue to be pursued," he said.

Jokowi also called for the acceleration of the provision of humanitarian assistance to Palestine.

Indonesia is also continuing to communicate with many parties to strive for the resolution of the problem, he added.

Monday's limited meeting on Palestine was attended by several ministers, including Minister of Foreign Affairs Retno Marsudi and Coordinating Minister for Political, Legal, and Security Affairs Mahfud MD. (Antaranews)

VOINews, Jakarta  - The Indonesian Embassy in Suva and the Fiji Arts Council along with local designer Rosie Emberson Semisi held a Batik Week Workshop (25-26/10).

The two-day batik making workshop was attended by more than 70 participants from various backgrounds. Batik Week provided an opportunity for participants to learn about the art of batik and cultural exchange.

The event showcased the rich and diverse cultural traditions of Fiji and Indonesia.

The batik workshop was hosted by Venny Alamsyah from Batik House Indonesia, who shared her expertise in the art of batik. Participants were taught traditional batik-making techniques and given the opportunity to improvise on their own Batik motifs.

Batik Week closed with Batik Night at the Museum, an evening of cultural entertainment along with a batik exhibition.

In addition to the Batik exhibition, the Indonesian Embassy in Suva collaborated with the Fiji Arts Council, which displayed the work of local craftsmen making Masi (paintings on dried bark with typical Fijian motifs) and clay pots. The artisans were also given the opportunity to do a demonstration of Masi making.

The entertainment evening was attended by workshop participants, corps diplomats, art lovers, and others. There were dance and angklung performances by the Indonesian Ladies, and music by Dolce Sound.

Closing the event, Ambassador Dupito D. Simamora advised that Bula and Batik become a symbol of the Vuvale Partnership between Fiji and Indonesia.

This is one of the main reasons why batik week was organized in partnership with the Fiji Arts Council.

Cross-cultural collaboration based on mutual respect and trust as an example of cooperation between two friendly Pacific countries.

Ambassador Supito invited participants to share the beauty of Batik and Bula with the world.

On the same occasion Maciusela Raitaukala, Director of the Fiji Arts Council, expressed her gratitude and appreciation to everyone who made Batik Week a success.

Batik Week became a wonderful opportunity for participants to learn about the art of batik and engage in cross-cultural exchange and learning. (Ministry of Foreign Affairs)

VOINews, Jakarta - Commission I of the House of Representatives (DPR) Meutya Hafid commended President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) for his commitment to providing humanitarian aid to Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip.

"Commission I of the DPR appreciates President Joko Widodo for his promise to deliver humanitarian aid to the Palestinian people in Gaza," head of the commission Meutya Hafid stated in Jakarta on Tuesday.

The legislator observed that the indiscriminate attacks launched incessantly by the Israeli forces at civilians and their facilities have resulted in the paralysis of various health facilities, thereby deteriorating the living conditions of Palestinians and necessitating immediate humanitarian assistance.

"Hopefully, the aid will be delivered as soon as possible," she remarked.

Furthermore, Hafid said she believes that both the Indonesian government and people will provide aid for the Palestinian people in Gaza.

"All parties, all elements of society, empathize and feel the sadness felt by Palestinians in Gaza and will work hand in hand to help them," she remarked.

Hafid then noted that since October 7, 2023, her side had continued to follow the update on the conditions in Gaza.

Hafid also stressed that all countries across the globe should emulate President Jokowi's fierce stance on Israeli assaults on civilians in Gaza while noting that the president had called for an immediate end to acts of violence.

"Countries should not make provocations and support Israel by providing military equipment instead. This is not a matter of who is losing and who is winning. Instead, this is a matter of humanity. A plethora of women, children, and elderly have fallen victims (to the violence)," she emphasized.

Earlier, President Jokowi conveyed a statement after chairing a limited meeting on Palestine at the State Palace, Jakarta, on Monday (October 30). The head of state reiterated Indonesia's condemnation over the attacks been continuously launched on civilians in Gaza by Israel.

He also stated that the Indonesian government will send its first batch of humanitarian aid to Palestine this week.

"Indonesia will send humanitarian assistance, which will be adjusted to the demand and needs of the Palestinian people. The first batch will be sent this week," he remarked. (Antaranews)

VOINews, Jakarta - President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) arrived at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, Bali, on Tuesday, to carry out working agendas, including opening the 2023 World Hydropower Congress.

Upon his arrival, the president was welcomed by several figures, including Acting Bali Governor S. M. Mahendra Jaya, Udayana Regional Military Commander Major General Harfendi, and Bali Police Chief Inspector General Ida Bagus Kade Putra Narendra.

According to a statement received by the Presidential Secretariat's Press Bureau in Jakarta, President Jokowi headed to Gianyar District for a first-hand review of the learning process at Public Vocational High School (SMKN) 3 Sukawati after landing at the airport.

Following his activity at the school, the head of state is scheduled to inspect the prices of several food commodities at Bulan Market in Gianyar.

He will also personally hand over food aid in the form of rice to beneficiaries in the district.

Before concluding his working visit to Bali Province, the president will inaugurate the 2023 World Hydropower Congress at the Bali Nusa Dua Convention Center, Badung District.

The 2023 World Hydropower Congress will be held to discuss efforts to promote the use of renewable energy and the development of future industry by building hydropower plants, handling environmental and social issues, and building climate resilience to overcome drought and floods.

Moreover, the event will serve as a flagship forum for decision makers within and outside the hydropower industry, where they can establish collaboration to ensure energy resilience and achieve the net-zero emissions target.

Earlier, President Jokowi and his entourage departed for Bali at 7 a.m. local time from Halim Perdanakusuma Air Base, Jakarta, aboard the Air Force's Boeing 737-400 Aircraft.

State Secretary Minister Pratikno; Presidential Military Secretary Rear Admiral Hersan; Commander of the Presidential Security Detail (Paspampres) Military Major General Granada Baay; and Presidential Secretariat's Acting Deputy for Protocol, Press, and Media M. Yusuf Permana are accompanying the president during his visit to Bali. (Antaranews)