"With regard to countering radicalism, extremism, and terrorism, Indonesia is always on the forefront to work together," Foreign Affairs Minister Marsudi stated after escorting President Widodo during the bilateral meeting here on Wednesday.
Marsudi said Sri Lanka believes that Indonesia, the largest Muslim country, had succeeded in spreading the message of tolerance and promoting moderate Islam among its people.
Prime Minister Ranil hoped Sri Lanka and Indonesia will strengthen cooperation in the fields of extremism, terrorism, and counterradicalism.
Before the meeting, President Widodo held a face-to-face discussion with Sri Lankan Prime Minister Wickramasinghe in the north side of the State Palace.
Foreign Minister Marsudi, Cabinet Secretary Pramono Anung, Transportation Minister Budi Karya Sumardi, and Secretary of State Pratikno accompanied Widodo in the bilateral meeting.(*)
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