Indonesia has spread the democratic spirit to our country as well as a to number of other developed countries. Democracy in Indonesia has inspired us, for which I salute you.Jakarta (ANTARA News) - British Prime Minister David Cameron expressed admiration to Indonesia`s democracy in his address at Al-Azhar University in Jakarta Thursday morning.
"Indonesia has spread the democratic spirit to our country as well as a to number of other developed countries. Democracy in Indonesia has inspired us, for which I salute you," PM David Cameron said in his speech.
PM Cameron also said that Indonesia has undergone an extraordinary political transformation and economic changes, and shows the world its ability to develop democracy without sacrificing the security of its people.
"Democracy has caused Indonesia to undergo an extraordinary transformation and inspired other countries to achieve freedom in their countries like Egypt and Syria," he added.
The economy in Indonesia became an important topic for PM Cameron during his two-day visit to the country on Wednesday and Thursday. He said the favorable economic development in Indonesia can open employment opportunities for young people.
PM Cameron arrived at Al-Azhar University campus at 8 am on Thursday for a speech to academicians and students, attended by Indonesian National Education and Culture Minister Muhammad Nuh, former Youth and Sports Minister Adhyaksa Dault, and former finance minister Fuad Bawazier.
The working visit was David Cameron`s first since he became British Prime Minister in 2006. After his speech at Al-Azhar University, he is slated to leave Indonesia at 11 a.m. local time.
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