1 week Ago By Qatar Tribune
Qatar tribune QNA Jakarta Qatar-Indonesia relations are strong, well-established, and continually evolving, Al Reem Hassan Al Ibrahim, Acting Chargé d’Affaires at the Embassy of the State of Qatar in Indonesia, has affirmed, while noting that the ties represent a distinguished model of bilateral cooperation founded on mutual respect and shared interests. In exclusive remarks to Qatar News Agency (QNA), she said that relations between the two countries have witnessed rapid development in recent years, expressing her expectation that the visit of the President of the Republic of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, to Doha would further strengthen and expand these ties. She added that the visit presents a valuable opportunity to launch a new phase of strategic cooperation between the two countries and to deepen the existing partnership.
“The visit is expected to result in the signing of several new agreements and memorandums of understanding across various fields, including politics, culture, infrastructure, housing, renewable energy, and potentially food security, among other vital sectors. This aligns with Qatar National Vision 2030 and Indonesia Vision 2045, both of which emphasise economic diversification and investment in innovation.” Regarding key areas of current cooperation, Al Ibrahim confirmed that they include political and diplomatic collaboration at both bilateral and international levels, as well as cooperation in the economic, commercial, cultural, and defense sectors.
She highlighted Qatari investments in Indonesia in sectors such as energy, aviation, telecommunications, banking, housing, labor, education, training, tourism, and more. She added that the cultural aspect also receives significant attention, evident in the ongoing cultural exchange and educational collaboration, particularly with a number of Indonesian students enrolled in Qatari universities, especially in Arabic and Islamic studies. She said that 2023 marked the launch of the Qatar-Indonesia Year of Culture, which focused on cultural, economic, and creative exchange.
It featured successful cultural events in both countries and reciprocal visits by cultural delegations, thereby enhancing understanding and closeness between the two friendly nations and peoples. Regarding the bilateral issues expected to be discussed during the President’s visit to Doha, she noted that the agenda will likely include economic cooperation, the strengthening of cultural and educational ties, the signing of new strategic agreements, support for the participation of skilled Indonesian labour in the Qatari market, and enhanced cooperation in vocational training. In conclusion, Al Ibrahim said that the visit is also expected to address the coordination of visions and positions on regional and international issues, particularly support for humanitarian causes, such as ending the war in Gaza and delivering humanitarian aid, as well as developments in Lebanon, Syria, and Afghanistan.
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