During a meeting with Ambassador Balanescu on Wednesday, Minister Sugiono emphasized the considerable potential for increasing Indonesia’s exports of leading products, such as palm oil and paper, to Romania.
According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, both parties also agreed to strengthen sociocultural cooperation initiatives, including university partnerships, to enhance people-to-people ties between Indonesia and Romania.
The two also discussed efforts to increase the dispatch of Indonesian migrant workers to meet Romania’s labor needs in the hospitality sector.
As part of defense cooperation, Romanian defense companies are set to participate in the Indo Defence Expo & Forum, scheduled to take place from June 11 to 14, 2025, in Jakarta.
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Furthermore, both Sugiono and Balanescu expressed appreciation for the strong political ties between Indonesia and Romania, which they believe provide a solid foundation for boosting economic cooperation aimed at improving the welfare of their citizens.
This year marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Indonesia and Romania.
The relationship began in 1950, when Romania recognized Indonesia’s sovereignty, followed by the historic visit of President Soekarno to Bucharest.
Since then, both nations have continued to foster a close partnership and strengthen cooperation toward mutual prosperity.
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Translator: Cindy Frishanti Octavia, Yashinta Difa
Editor: M Razi Rahman
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