JAKARTA - Indonesia continues to strengthen diplomacy in the maritime sector to encourage global maritime governance that is safer, more inclusive and sustainable. This step was emphasized by the Minister of Transportation, Dudy Purwagandhi, in Diplomatic Lunch with Foreign Embassies.
The event was attended by eight friendly countries, namely the United States, Algeria, Italy, Kuwait, Serbia, Switzerland, Yemen, and Zimbabwe which were held in Jakarta, Monday, November 17.
Dudy said that as the largest archipelagic country in the world and active member of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) since 1973, Indonesia continues to show an important role in advancing world maritime governance.
The IMO itself is an institution under the United Nations (UN) that coordinates maritime and implementation.
"Indonesia is fully prepared to strengthen the role of the IMO, as well as advance a global maritime sector that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and resilient through a firm commitment, effective collaboration, and real action," Dudy said in an official statement, Monday, November 17.
Furthermore, Dudy said Indonesia also emphasized its readiness to continue to support strengthening maritime safety and security, strengthening marine environmental protection, and maintaining the competence and fundamental rights of sailors.
"Including encouraging gender equality and increasing inclusiveness in all maritime sectors," he said.
This meeting, said Dudy, became a strategic space to strengthen international partnerships. He appreciated the presence of the ambassadors and said the dialogue that was established was very constructive in responding to the challenges of the maritime sector which continues to grow.
According to him, international cooperation is the key to facing the challenges of the maritime sector which continues to grow.
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"Today's meeting clearly reaffirmed our joint commitment to advancing a safer, more secure, and sustainable maritime sector," said Dudy,
On this occasion, Indonesia also expressed hope to obtain support from friendly countries for Indonesia's re-nomination as a Member of the IMO Council Category C for the period 2026 to 2027, whose election will be held at the 34th IMO Council Session in London.
"We hope to continue to receive valuable support for Indonesia's candidacy. We are ready to contribute actively, constructively, and oriented forward in facing global challenges in the maritime sector," said the Minister of Transportation.
Dudy also invited all friendly countries to continue to strengthen global collaboration. According to him, international partnerships are the key to dealing with the dynamics of world maritime affairs.
"Let's continue to move together towards a more sustainable, more inclusive, and more just maritime future for all," he said.
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