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VOInews, Jakarta: The Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Indonesia, Faishal Abdullah el Amudi released food aids for Indonesia ahead of Ramadan on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at the Head Office of the National Amil Zakat Agency.

“The assistance distributed by KSrelief for this humanitarian action is part of the direction of King Salman (custodian of the two Holy Mosques), to help people in need, especially in welcoming blessed holy month of Ramadan," Ambassador Faishal Abdullah el 'Amudi said in a statement received on Wednesday (6/3) in Jakarta.

Meanwhile, the Deputy Minister of Religious Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, Saiful Rahmat Dasuki appreciated and hoped that the assistance could provide relief and reduce the burden of economic difficulties faced by its recipients.

"The Ministry of Religion appreciates the efforts of Baznas and the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre in designing the implementation of this program with noble goals," Saiful Rahmat Dasuki said.

The food aid program was initiated by the King Salman Humanitarian Aids and Relief Centre in collaboration with the National Amil Zakat Agency. The aid consisted of 7,965 food packages, each worth one million rupiah and distributed in 4 provinces, namely DKI Jakarta, Banten, West Java and Central Java.

On the same occasion, Chairman of the National Amil Zakat Agency, Noor Ahmad stated that this food aid program has entered its third year, with the cooperation of Baznas and the KSrelief Centre. Besides 7965 food aid packages, KSrelief also donated 200 kg of dates and 400 Quran copies with Braille letters.(VOI/DANIEL)

VOInews, Jakarta: Indonesian President Joko Widodo welcomed the development of Indonesia-Australia cooperation in terms of Electric Vehicle Collaboration. This was conveyed when he met with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Center (MCEC) Australia, Tuesday (5/3/2024).

"I hope the MoU can be implemented immediately through the formation of a joint steering committee and the preparation of a work plan. Specifically related to nickel, I encourage both countries to prioritize collaboration rather than competition," Joko Widodo said in a statement received in Jakarta.

Widodo also emphasized the importance of cooperation in the financial services sector and announced plans to open a representative office of Bank Negara Indonesia (BNI) in Sydney. He also welcomed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Nusantara Capital City Authority (OIKN) and the National Capital Authority in February.

"I would also like to again invite the Australian private sector to participate in building IKN," he added.

President Joko Widodo also highlighted the importance of expanding market access to create more balanced trade. He also welcomed the import license for meat and cattle from Australia.

"In addition, cooperation in the field of biosecurity for Indonesian products, especially fruits and fisheries, needs to be encouraged, especially related to inspection and quarantine aspects," he said.

In terms of people-to-people relations, Joko Widodo expressed pride in Indonesia's popularity as a destination for Australian students under the New Colombo Plan scheme. The New Colombo Plan is a partnership between governments, universities and the private sector to deepen future generations of Australians' knowledge of the Indo-Pacific region.

In this regard, Joko Widodo also plans to invite more Australian youth to visit and learn in Indonesia, including Indonesian culture and language.

In addition, President Widodo expressed his appreciation for Australia's support during Indonesia's chairmanship of ASEAN last year. He hoped that cooperation and implementation of infrastructure and energy projects would continue, and welcomed the launch of the Southeast Asia Economic Strategy 2040.

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)