Jokowi Discusses Peaceful Settlement Of Ukraine With French President Emmanuel Macron

JAKARTA - President Joko Widodo held a bilateral meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, one of which discussed efforts to peacefully resolve the situation in Ukraine.

The second meeting took place on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Elmau, Germany, Monday, 27 June. The two leaders also discussed Indonesia's G20 Presidency.

"We all understand that the situation is very complex. However, we need to continue to strive for a peaceful settlement. If the war continues, the current food crisis will worsen," President Jokowi said in an official statement quoted by ANTARA.

President Jokowi expressed his appreciation for President Macron's efforts to bring about peace in Ukraine.

In addition, the Head of State also expressed his appreciation for France's support for the Indonesian G20 Presidency.

President Macron also reiterated his strong support for the Indonesian Presidency and believes that the G20 will be successful in producing concrete cooperation.

Finally, President Jokowi conveyed the efforts to strengthen bilateral relations between Indonesia and France, both in the economic sector as well as in the defense and strategic industries.

Also accompanying President Jokowi in bilateral meetings with President Macron were Minister of Foreign Affairs Retno Marsudi and Indonesian Ambassador to Germany Arif Havas Oegroseno.