“Indonesia is ready to deepen partnerships with MSG countries in promoting tangible economic cooperation, from the ocean to the market, and from grassroots to the global level,” he added during the 23rd MSG Leaders’ Summit in Suva, Fiji, on Monday.
According to a written statement released by the ministry here on Wednesday, at the summit, Nasir conveyed Indonesia’s proposal to strengthen collaboration in five strategic areas, including sustainable blue economy and environmental resilience.
The areas further include defense, health and human capital development, as well as infrastructure development in the region.
In addition, Indonesia will expand scholarship opportunities across undergraduate, postgraduate, and health vocational programs for students from Pacific nations.
Nasir reaffirmed that Indonesia is committed to supporting the MSG Roadmap for Sustainable Coastal Fisheries through advanced training sessions scheduled for later this year.
“Indonesia remains committed to supporting the implementation of the 2050 Blue Pacific Continent Strategy, including through financial contributions to the Pacific Resilience Facility,” he said.
He underscored the importance of enhancing cooperation because MSG members hold strategic positions amid increasing external interests that could influence regional dynamics.
“MSG member countries represent 86 percent of the Pacific Islands’ population, 98 percent of its GDP (gross domestic product), and nearly half of its exclusive economic zones,” he noted, referring to an earlier statement by Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat.
He also reaffirmed Indonesia’s commitment to advancing development in the Pacific region through productive collaboration to mark its 10th year as an associated member of MSG.
“With 13 million Melanesians across nine of our 38 provinces, Indonesia is not just a partner but also a part of the MSG family,” he said.
Translator: Nabil, Kenzu
Editor: Aditya Eko Sigit Wicaksono
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