While receiving a courtesy call from Ambassador Boroujerdi in Jakarta on Monday (Feb 3), FM Sugiono discussed the potential for cooperation in energy security, including investment in renewable energy.
Sugiono expressed Indonesia’s interest in leveraging Iran’s expertise in nanotechnology and biotechnology to develop agricultural technology that can support national food security.
The discussions also included opportunities for educational cooperation for Indonesian health workers to pursue studies in health technology in Iran.
Indonesia and Iran have established quite advanced cooperation in the health sector, including through the construction of the Robotic Telesurgery Center and advancements in telemedicine across various regions in the country.
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Regarding increasing tourism cooperation, Sugiono and Boroujerdi also deliberated on opening direct flight routes connecting the two countries.
This year marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Indonesia and Iran.
Minister Sugiono and Ambassador Boroujerdi acknowledged numerous accomplishments in their bilateral relations and expressed hope for continued progress under the administrations of Indonesian President Prabowo and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.
The Indonesian and Iranian governments share aligned views on the Palestinian issue, advocating for full independence and liberation of Palestine.
Sugiono and Boroujerdi also emphasized the importance of unity among Islamic countries in supporting Palestinian independence.
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Editor: Yuni Arisandy Sinaga
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