JAKARTA - Indonesian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sugiono emphasized Indonesia's consistent support for Palestinian independence in accordance with the mandate of the Constitution, so that it will always take an active role.
Speaking at the 2026 Annual Foreign Minister's Press Statement (PPTM) at the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Jakarta, Foreign Minister Sugiono emphasized that Indonesian diplomacy will always be present, with principles and courage, in every step towards a peaceful and independent Palestine.
"Palestine is a reminder that diplomacy must not lose its conscience," said the Indonesian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Wednesday (14/1).
Furthermore, the Indonesian Minister of Foreign Affairs described the crisis situation in various regions, including the situation in Gaza which was allowed to linger without any real effort to stop it.
On this occasion, the Indonesian Minister of Foreign Affairs reiterated President Prabowo Subianto's direction that Indonesia must not be silent when human rights are blatantly violated.
"Indonesia chooses to actively participate in various international efforts for Palestine, including as co-chair of the Working Group at the United Nations that produced the New York Declaration, as well as encouraging the implementation of the Sharm El Sheikh Peace Summit," said the Indonesian Minister of Foreign Affairs.
In addition, Indonesia also played an active role in discussing the formation of the International Stabilization Force (ISF) in Gaza.
"ISF is a temporary instrument to support a permanent ceasefire and the smooth flow of humanitarian assistance in Gaza, while the ultimate goal remains Palestinian peace through the Two-State Solution," said Foreign Minister Sugiono.
Foreign Minister Sugiono said that for Indonesia, Palestinian independence is a constitutional mandate that must continue to be fought for. Indonesia, according to him, is committed to continuing to play an active role in various international forums to encourage the cessation of violence, humanitarian recovery, and the realization of a peaceful and independent Palestine.
On the same occasion, the Minister of Foreign Affairs revealed that Indonesian diplomacy in the Islamic world was strengthened through a focused, planned, and cross-sector approach. Starting from Indonesia's experience as a country with the largest Muslim population, with a strong track record of moderation, Indonesia has the credibility and responsibility to build more substantive cooperation.
For this reason, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has drafted a Roadmap for Cooperation with the Islamic World as an example of a more structured, long-term, and results-oriented policy framework. The roadmap is intended to ensure that Indonesia's cooperation with the Islamic world is consistent, measurable, and supports national interests.
The Indonesian Minister of Foreign Affairs added that the strengthening of Indonesian diplomacy in the Islamic world was also translated into concrete steps, including through support for the Indonesian Haji Village initiative in Mecca as part of strengthening the capacity of the country to improve the quality of services for Indonesian pilgrims.
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