Appreciating President Macron's Efforts To Mediate The Russia-Ukraine Conflict, President Jokowi: If The War Continues, The Food Crisis Will Worsen

JAKARTA - Indonesian President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) appreciates the efforts of French President Emmanuel Macron, regarding his efforts to reconcile Russia's conflict with Ukraine, as well as support for the G20 Presidency of Indonesia.

In addition to these two things, the two leaders who met on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Elmau, Germany, Monday, June 27, 2022, also discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two countries.

"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," said President Jokowi, citing the website of the President of the Republic of Indonesia, June 27.

Regarding the G20 Presidency, President Macron again expressed his strong support, and believes that Indonesia will be successful in carrying out the presidency this year, and produce concrete cooperation. President Jokowi also appreciated this support.

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