Indonesia’s Megawati Sukarnoputri and Abu Dhabi’s Prince Khaled discussed cooperation between Indonesia’s BRIN and UAE research institutions, alongside matters concerning Palestinian independence. Ambassador Zuhairi Misrawi highlighted key issues such as sanitation and clean water research, while Megawati reaffirmed her father’s commitment to Palestine, advocating for collective action. This meeting was pivotal for enhancing Indo-UAE relations.
Former Indonesian President Megawati Sukarnoputri and Prince Khaled of Abu Dhabi engaged in a productive discussion centered on collaboration between Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) and the UAE’s research sector. During the meeting, which Indonesian Ambassador Zuhairi Misrawi attended as a translator, emphasis was placed on the critical need for research in areas such as sanitation, clean water, and quantum technology.
The dialogue also highlighted the ongoing Palestinian issues, with Megawati urging international commitment to Palestinian independence. She referenced the concerns of her late father, the first President of Indonesia, Soekarno, for Palestine’s sovereignty, particularly relating to the principles established during the Asia-Africa Conference in Bandung in 1955.
Megawati had just returned from attending the World Leaders Summit on Children’s Rights at the Vatican, where she raised concerns about Palestinian children affected by conflict. Accompanying her in the Abu Dhabi meeting was her daughter, Puan Maharani, who is the Speaker of the Indonesian House of Representatives. Prince Khaled was joined by several ministers from the UAE.
Ambassador Misrawi underscored the significance of this meeting in reinforcing the bilateral relationship between Indonesia and the UAE, emphasizing the strategic nature of their discussions.
The meeting between Megawati and Prince Khaled underscored the importance of collaborative research efforts between Indonesia and the UAE, particularly in addressing sanitation and technology needs. Additionally, the discussions around Palestinian independence highlighted Indonesia’s long-standing commitment to this cause, reflecting historical sentiments expressed by Soekarno. This meeting serves as an important milestone in strengthening the diplomatic ties between the two nations.
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