He said that under the current geopolitical climate, many countries in the world are tending to prioritize survival and ignore collaboration and cooperation.
“(Many) countries may also dare to violate international laws under the pretext of securing their national interests,” he added during a meeting with Commission I of the House of Representatives at the parliament complex here on Monday.
He said that the recent conflicts in the Middle East have weakened international order and multilateralism, thereby reducing the trust of the international community.
The region is currently experiencing various crises that could escalate if they are not handled properly, he added.
The conflict in the region, he cautioned, could trigger open conflict in other parts of the world, including in the Indo-Pacific region.
He noted that clashes occurring in one place can quickly affect conditions and situations in other countries.
He noted that there is no guarantee that the recent escalations in the Middle East would not be repeated. However, he expressed the hope that they will not recur.
Therefore, the minister emphasized, the Indonesian government has consistently encouraged diplomatic efforts to reduce escalations and build peace.
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Translator: Bagus Ahmad Rizaldi, Katriana
Editor: Primayanti
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