"We see strong alignment between Indonesia's Presidency and New Zealand's work plan as APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) chair in 2021, and are committed to working together to secure inclusive and sustainable economic recovery," he added.
This year, Indonesia is holding the Presidency of the G20, a cooperation forum of 20 of the world's major economies, according to the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
"New Zealand strongly appreciates Indonesia's invitation to participate in the G20 Trade, Investment, and Industry work stream, including through the New Zealand Minister of Trade visiting Indonesia to attend the ministerial meeting later in 2022," Burnett said.
This will provide an opportunity to not only bolster the two countries' bilateral trade, but also positively impact global recovery efforts, he remarked.
New Zealand and Indonesia are close collaborators in the Indo-Pacific, Burnett said.
"As comprehensive partners, and fellow democracies we have an important role in promoting a peaceful, stable, and prosperous Indo-Pacific, with ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) at its center," he noted.
The two countries are committed to a region based on the rule of law, a region that is open for trade and investment, a region that is inclusive, a region where sovereignty is respected for all countries, and a region that seeks global peace and stability, he said.
Indonesia is holding the presidency for one year from December 1, 2021, to November 30, 2022. President Joko Widodo took over the G20 presidency from Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi on October 31, 2021, during the G20 Summit in Rome, Italy.
Related news: Indonesia-New Zealand bilateral meeting held on sidelines of APEC
Related news: Indonesia, New Zealand discuss multisectoral cooperation
Reporter: Fadhli Ruhman
Editor: Suharto
Copyright © ANTARA 2022
