Indonesia - Cyprus Agrees To Increase Economic Partnership In The Trade Sector To Services

Indonesian Deputy Foreign Minister Anis Matta when meeting with Cypriot Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos. (Source: Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs)

JAKARTA - Indonesia has agreed to increase economic partnerships with Cyprus, especially in the trade and service sectors, to support the strengthening of Indonesia's cooperation with the European Union.

This was discussed in a bilateral meeting of the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia Muhammad Anis Matta with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus Constantinos Kombos on the sidelines of the Manama Dialogue meeting in Bahrain, Saturday.

The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the meeting took place in a friendly atmosphere and reflected the commitment of the two countries to continue to strengthen relations and cooperation in various fields.

"The meeting discussed various important issues in bilateral relations and cooperation, especially strengthening economic cooperation, as well as regional and global issues that are of common concern," said the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in a statement as quoted November 2.

In the economic sector, both parties affirm their commitment to increasing economic partnerships between Indonesia and Cyprus, especially in the trade, investment, logistics and services sectors.

"In this context, the two high diplomats of each country highlight the importance of Indonesia's Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in creating mutually beneficial partnerships," the ministry said.

On this occasion, Deputy Foreign Minister Anis expressed his support for Cyprus, who will hold the Presidency of the Council of the European Union in the first half of 2026, as well as hopes that Cyprus can continue to support strengthening relations and cooperation between Indonesia and the European Union.

In addition to bilateral issues, the two parties also exchanged views on regional issues, particularly the Palestinian issue. Both emphasized the importance of collective efforts in supporting the delivery of humanitarian aid to the sustainable Gaza Strip, Palestine and encouraging the start of the reconstruction process.