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India Gazette
30-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Indonesia declares support for India in fight against terrorism: All-party delegation member John Brittas
Jakarta (Indonesia), May 30 (ANI): CPI (M) MP John Brittas, who is part of the all-party delegation led by JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha, said the country understands India's concerns about terrorism and has declared its intent to support India. Speaking to ANI on Thursday, Brittas also highlighted the 'extensive' meetings in Indonesia for the last 3 days, with government agencies, ministers, parliamentarians, think tank members, and political parties of Indonesia Brittas stated, 'Indonesia very well understands the concerns of understand that such terror activities always pull back the country from its progressive and development trajectory.' 'They have understood and declared their intent to support India in our fight against want to progress visit to Indonesia was very fruitful in every aspect,' he added. On the third day of their visit to Jakarta, the all-party parliamentary delegation, led by Sanjay Kumar Jha, Member of Parliament, India, held interactions with the Executive Board of Nahdlatul Ulama (NU), prominent media houses, business and community leaders from the Indian Diaspora in Indonesia, and met with Members of Parliament from Golkar and NasDem Party, as per the Embassy of India in Jakarta. The delegation also visited the Gandhi Memorial Intercontinental School, Jakarta. The delegation had a meeting with KH Ulil Abshar Abdalla, MA, Chairman of the NahdlatulUlama (NU) Executive Board and Kholili Kholil, Committee Member of the NU, the largestIslamic organization in Indonesia. In this meeting, the delegation sought Indonesia's unwavering support against all forms of terrorism, recalling our shared values of peace and tolerance as the largest Muslim country in the world. Condemning terrorism and the attack on innocent civilians, Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) leadership conveyed that it felt the pain of India and supports India's resolve to tackle terrorism. Ulil called for India and Indonesia to walk hand in hand to deal with the challenge of terrorism and to foster peace and economic development in the region, according to the Embassy of India in Jakarta. The delegation visited the Gandhi Memorial Intercontinental School in Jakarta and paid floraltri tributesbutes to the statue of Mahatma Gandhi and planted tree saplings as part of the 'Ek Ped Maa ke Naam' initiative of the Prime Minister of India. The delegation also interacted with the Committee Members of Gandhi Seva Loka Association, calling upon the values of truth, justice, unified action, and unwavering courage in the face of national challenges, principles that Mahatma Gandhi espoused. The delegation had focused and lively interactions with the Press and Media at the Embassy of India, Jakarta. According to the Indian embassy statement, the delegation briefed the Indonesian media on India's 'New Normal' against cross-border attacks, zero tolerance for terrorism, and all-party resolve to stand united in all matters of national interest. A number of journalists/reporters of local and global media houses/press attended the interactive session. This was followed by an engaging interaction with prominent business and community leadersof the Indian diaspora associations at the Embassy of India. A minute of solemn silence inremembrance of the victims of the Pahalgam attack was observed at the event. Speaking to the audience, Sanjay Kumar Jha, Head of Parliamentary delegation, highlighted India's relentless efforts towards combating terrorism and ensuring peace and development. The delegation commended the Indian diaspora globally and in Indonesia for upholding the principles of tolerance, pluralism, and unity and urged them to stand resilient against terrorism and for amplifying the national resolve to combat terrorism in all its forms. Aparajita Sarangi, MP from Odisha, interacted separately with the members of the OdiyaSamaj. She also inaugurated the 'Biju Hall' of the Embassy and a commemorative plaque of the late Odiya leader Biju Patnaik, an Indian freedom fighter and aviator who played a key role during Indonesia's independence struggle, for which he received the highest civilian award of 'Bintang Jasa Utama'. Similarly, members of the Bengali Community Association in Jakarta, JABA, called upon the WB Lok Sabha MP, Abhishek Banerjee, and exchanged thoughts with the leader. The delegation ended the day with their interactions with members of Golkar and NasDemParty including Agung Laksono, Dave Agung Laksono, Nurdin Tampubolobn, Gavriel Novanto, Abraham Srijaya, Wibi Andrino, Martin Manurung, Azisoko Harmoko, Ms Andina Narang, Gias Kumari Putra, Jupiter Prof Dr. Ratlan Pardede, Lalu Sudarmadi, Izhari Mawatdi. The delegation spoke on India's national consensus and resolve to combating terrorism and sought the support of the Golkar and NasDem parties. The Indonesian side conveyed its support to India in the fight against terrorism. (ANI)
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Outpouring of grief over Pope Francis' death in largest Muslim-majority country Indonesia
By Stanley Widianto JAKARTA (Reuters) - Pope Francis's death has elicited an outpouring of grief in Indonesia, with tributes in the world's largest Muslim-majority country praising the pontiff's commitment to interfaith harmony and his stance on Israel's military offensive in Gaza. Prominent Islamic groups in Indonesia, where around 90% of the 280 million population is Muslim, and the general public praised the leader of the Roman Catholic Church in public statements and social media posts. "His demands to stop the (Gaza) genocide, his ideas on peace, and his great desire for human fraternity - they are all in line with the council's values," said Sudarnoto Abdul Hakim, an official at Indonesia's highest council of clerics. In his last Easter Sunday message, a day before he died after suffering a stroke, Francis, 88, reiterated his call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Francis had been ramping up criticism of Israel's military campaign in Gaza, calling the humanitarian situation in the Palestinian enclave "very serious and shameful" in January. Nahdlatul Ulama, Indonesia's largest Islamic organisation of roughly 40 million members, considered to be one of the largest in the world, sent its condolences. "Pope Francis was tireless in his efforts to turn the Catholic church into the caretaker and defender of humanity," chairman Yahya Cholil Staquf said. Muhammadiyah, Indonesia's second-largest Muslim group, also joined the chorus of grief. "I hope the inspiration and steps that Pope Francis has taken for humanity and peace can become a push for massive global peace and order," chairman Haedar Nashir said in a statement. Francis arrived in Jakarta last year with a message of interfaith harmony, telling Indonesia's political leaders that the Catholic Church would increase its efforts toward inter-religious dialogue in hopes of helping tamp down extremism. The message is consistent with Francis' stance, having said equating Islam with violence was wrong in 2014. Muhammad, a 20-year-old Muslim university student, who visited Jakarta's Cathedral on Tuesday to pay his respects, said Francis always brought a message of harmony, despite the occasional inter-religious friction. "With his presence, we can take the example that we should be tolerant, with Indonesia being a diverse country," he said. There was an outpouring by Indonesian social media users, too, with "Paus Fransiskus" - as Francis is referred to in Indonesian - trending in the country on social media platform X. Instagram user @sarasaure wrote hearing the pope say Islamic greeting "Assalamualaikum", or peace be upon you, made her teary. "He stood by Palestine until the very end. This is what real faith should look like - borderless compassion for humanity, for the oppressed". (Additional reporting by Johan Purnomo and Gayatri Suroyo; Editing by Gibran Peshimam and Saad Sayeed)
Reuters
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Reuters
Outpouring of grief over Pope Francis' death in largest Muslim-majority country Indonesia
JAKARTA, April 22 (Reuters) - Pope Francis's death has elicited an outpouring of grief in Indonesia, with tributes in the world's largest Muslim-majority country praising the pontiff's commitment to interfaith harmony and his stance on Israel's military offensive in Gaza. Prominent Islamic groups in Indonesia, where around 90% of the 280 million population is Muslim, and the general public praised the leader of the Roman Catholic Church in public statements and social media posts. "His demands to stop the (Gaza) genocide, his ideas on peace, and his great desire for human fraternity - they are all in line with the council's values," said Sudarnoto Abdul Hakim, an official at Indonesia's highest council of clerics. In his last Easter Sunday message, a day before he died after suffering a stroke, Francis, 88, reiterated his call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Francis had been ramping up criticism of Israel's military campaign in Gaza, calling the humanitarian situation in the Palestinian enclave "very serious and shameful" in January. Nahdlatul Ulama, Indonesia's largest Islamic organisation of roughly 40 million members, considered to be one of the largest in the world, sent its condolences. "Pope Francis was tireless in his efforts to turn the Catholic church into the caretaker and defender of humanity," chairman Yahya Cholil Staquf said. Muhammadiyah, Indonesia's second-largest Muslim group, also joined the chorus of grief. "I hope the inspiration and steps that Pope Francis has taken for humanity and peace can become a push for massive global peace and order," chairman Haedar Nashir said in a statement. Francis arrived in Jakarta last year with a message of interfaith harmony, telling Indonesia's political leaders that the Catholic Church would increase its efforts toward inter-religious dialogue in hopes of helping tamp down extremism. The message is consistent with Francis' stance, having said equating Islam with violence was wrong in 2014. Muhammad, a 20-year-old Muslim university student, who visited Jakarta's Cathedral on Tuesday to pay his respects, said Francis always brought a message of harmony, despite the occasional inter-religious friction. "With his presence, we can take the example that we should be tolerant, with Indonesia being a diverse country," he said. There was an outpouring by Indonesian social media users, too, with "Paus Fransiskus" - as Francis is referred to in Indonesian - trending in the country on social media platform X. Instagram user @sarasaure wrote hearing the pope say Islamic greeting "Assalamualaikum", or peace be upon you, made her teary. "He stood by Palestine until the very end. This is what real faith should look like - borderless compassion for humanity, for the oppressed".
See - Sada Elbalad
27-03-2025
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
MCE Organizes Iftar for Religious Leaders in Indonesia
Mohamed Mandour The Muslim Council of Elders organized a communal iftar event for religious leaders and figures in Indonesia, attended by numerous officials, diplomats, religious institutions, and civil society organizations, aimed at enhancing dialogue, tolerance, and mutual coexistence. The iftar, organized by the Southeast Asian branch of the Muslim Council of Elders for the third consecutive year, saw the attendance of many notable figures, including Dr. Muhammad Quraish Shihab, Indonesia's former Minister of Religious Affairs and member of the Muslim Council of Elders, Dr. Lukman Hakim Saifuddin, Indonesia's former Minister of Religious Affairs, and Mr. Kamaruddin Amin, Secretary General of Indonesia's Ministry of Religious Affairs. Ambassadors from several countries were also present, notably Abdullah Salem Al Dhaheri, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates, and Osama Hamdy, Deputy Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt, along with ambassadors from the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Kingdom of Morocco, Singapore, Palestine, and representatives from the embassies of Malaysia, the Philippines, Cambodia, Myanmar, Kuwait, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, among others. The event was also attended by several significant religious and community leaders from various Indonesian institutions such as Nahdlatul Ulama, Muhammadiyah, the Indonesian Ulema Council, the Communion of Churches in Indonesia (PGI), the Bishops' Conference of Indonesia, as well as Hindu, Buddhist, and Confucian religious leaders in Indonesia, alongside envoys from the Muslim Council of Elders in Indonesia during the month of Ramadan including reciters and preachers. In his opening speech, Dr. Muhammad Quraish Shihab emphasized the importance of revitalizing the role of religious leaders in guiding society towards peace, tolerance, and constructive interfaith dialogue, noting that the Muslim Council of Elders considers enhancing this role as one of its main priorities. For their part, participants expressed their appreciation for the efforts of the Muslim Council of Elders, chaired by Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar in promoting the values of tolerance, coexistence, sustainable development, and positive interaction between cultures. They also praised the vital role played by the Council in creating an environment conducive to religious dialogue and enhancing understanding and coexistence among religions. The Iftar event is part of the ongoing efforts of the Muslim Council of Elders to promote coexistence and civilizational dialogue among different peoples and cultures. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) News Ireland Replaces Former Israeli Embassy with Palestinian Museum News Israeli PM Diagnosed with Stage 3 Prostate Cancer Lifestyle Maguy Farah Reveals 2025 Expectations for Pisces News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Prabowo Slams ‘Little Kings' as Indonesian Budget Pushback Grows
(Bloomberg) -- Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto doubled down on a push to slash spending and reallocate funds to his signature social programs, criticizing opposition from 'little kings' even as concerns rise that the cuts could prove a drag on Southeast Asia's largest economy. Nice Airport, If You Can Get to It: No Subway, No Highway, No Bridge Sin puente y sin metro: el nuevo aeropuerto de Lima es una debacle The Forgotten French Architect Who Rebuilt Marseille In New Orleans, an Aging Dome Tries to Stay Super How London's Taxi Drivers Navigate the City Without GPS The former general on Monday said he would make good on campaign pledges to fund social welfare programs despite 'those who are against me.' 'In the bureaucracy, there are those who already feel immune to the law, who feel like they have become little kings,' he said in an address to the Islamic organization Nahdlatul Ulama, without elaborating on the source of opposition to his plans. 'I want to save money, and that money is for the people.' In recent days, spending by ministries, agencies and local governments has been largely frozen, with some offices switching off lights and suspending elevators. Officials are under orders to come up with as much as $19 billion in spending cuts to free up money for Prabowo's populist programs, including school renovations, free lunches for students and free health screenings. That scale of reallocation — roughly 8.5% of planned state spending this year — could limit public sector services and halt some infrastructure projects, analysts say. Speculation over which programs could be cut has added pressure on Indonesia's benchmark stock index, which has shed 6.5% this month after a spate of poor bank earnings and foreign outflows, making it the region's biggest loser. 'Equity investors are worried that the budget cuts will degrade public sector performance, especially in infrastructure development,' said Lionel Priyadi, macro strategist at PT Mega Capital Indonesia in Jakarta. Industries like construction, travel and accommodation may be the most directly affected, as they tend to benefit from government spending and travel, analysts said. Corporate earnings could also be hit by softer demand, and the social programs of Prabowo, who took office in October, are in their infancy and may not soon offset lower state spending. Significant cuts in government routine and capital spending 'could drag down confidence and domestic private sector capex, slowing down domestic demand more broadly,' Citigroup economist Helmi Arman wrote in a recent note. The quest for savings in the country of more than 280 million people has left some ministers scratching their heads to cut budgets that were made partly with input from Prabowo's camp in the wake of his election win early last year. The Ministry of Public Works last week warned that cuts would be disruptive, with both single-year and multi-year contracts at risk. The economic affairs ministry last week began turning off more office lights, while a national civil service agency cut the number of elevators in service. Indonesia's national library briefly considered shortening its hours and closing on weekends and holidays until citizens complained on social media. The Ministry of Public Works was asked to claw back almost $5 billion, or more than 70% of its planned spending, raising questions about maintenance and plans to move Indonesia's capital to the island of Borneo. Even ministries core to Prabowo's agenda are affected. The health ministry may reduce the procurement of medicines and vaccines, while the higher education, science, and technology ministry may reduce some research programs. Some officials have been left scrambling amid requests for greater clarity. The president's office was forced to deny reports that the government could scrap holiday allowances and civil servant bonuses, which are crucial to consumer demand. Indonesia's parliament, which has been discussing the proposed reallocations, has sought to postpone talks, with the deputy speaker citing possible changes to the president's initiative, according to Tempo, a local media outlet. From a bond market perspective, the cuts could ensure that the budget deficit stays within legal limits and potentially lead the government to reduce its borrowing this year, Mega Capital Indonesia's Priyadi said. And the president's initiatives could boost sectors related to his priority projects, such as agriculture and food processing. But that will take time. 'There is a big quandary as we ponder the growth outlook' in the first half of the year, said Barra Kukuh Mamia, head of macroeconomic research at PT Bank Central Asia. 'The need to reallocate resources could lead to a short-term growth 'valley' before the positive effects would be felt.' Trump's Tariffs Make Currency Trading Cool Again After Years of Decline Trump Promised to Run the Economy Hotter. His Shock and Awe May Have a Chilling Effect The Reason Why This Super Bowl Has So Many Conspiracy Theories Believing in Aliens Derailed This Internet Pioneer's Career. Now He's Facing Prison Business Schools Confront Trump Immigration Policies ©2025 Bloomberg L.P.
