Indonesia has invited ASEAN-Japan to implement strategic comprehensive partnership as a step to strengthen relations amidst current global uncertainties. According to President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo, 50 years of ASEAN-Japan partnership has brought many achievements in maintaining stability and peace, creating tight-knit communities, and growing the regional economy. “Thus, concrete cooperation that is mutually beneficial and […]

As part of the working visit in Japan, President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo Sunday (12/17) attended the 50th    Year Commemorative Summit of ASEAN-Japan Friendship and Cooperation at The Okura Hotel. Upon arrival at the venue, the President was greeted by Prime Minister Kishida Fumio and joined a joint photo session of ASEAN leaders. During the photo […]

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo held a bilateral meeting with Japanese Prime Minister (PM) Fumio Kishida, Saturday (12/16), at the Japanese PM’s Office in Tokyo. During the meeting, President Jokowi and PM Kishida discussed cooperation between the two countries in various fields, one of which is related to Indonesia-Japan cooperation in the construction of Jakarta’s Mass […]

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo kicked off working visit to Japan on Saturday (12/16). President Jokowi and his limited entourage took off from Halim Perdanakusuma Air Force Base, Jakarta at around 06.00 Western Indonesian Time and arrived in Haneda Internasional Airport, Tokyo at 15.00 local time.

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo Friday (12/15) inspected the construction of Jakarta Mass Rapid Transportation (MRT) Phase 2A at Monas MRT station in Central Jakarta. “The construction [progress] of phase 2A from Bundaran HI station to Kota Tua station—from the planned construction target of 27 percent—has now reached 28.4 percent, exceeding the set target,” President Jokowi […]

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo has urged members of the Association of Indonesian Municipal Governments (Apeksi) to develop grand design to address population growth in urban areas. “Urban design, grand plan and grand strategy must be prepared now. All cities must prepare their grand plan,” the President said at the opening of the Extraordinary National Conference […]

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo appreciated the expansion carried out by PT Smelting. The President expressed belief that this expansion will not only increase the production capacity of copper anodes and cathodes but also add value in Indonesia.

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo lauded the Indonesian National Police for its efforts in eradicating online gambling, including in football. The President called on the ranks to continue to undertake eradication measures in the future. “Previously, the Police arrested those connected with football and online gambling. I believe this is an excellent step. Don’t stop, continue […]

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo Thursday (12/14) inspected the availability of rice at a warehouse managed by the State Logistics Agency (SLA) in the East Java city of Malang and distributed food assistance from the government rice reserves to several beneficiaries. “Has everyone received the assistance in September, October, November, and December?” the President asked beneficiaries. […]

President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo Wednesday (12/13) distributed direct cash assistance for the people affected by El Nino at Post Office of Pekalongan city, Central Java province. “Due to prolonged dry season, the prices of staple foods have spiked, especially rice. You can cover the price difference with the cash assistance,” President Jokowi said. President Jokowi […]