jpnn.com, JAKARTA - President Joko Widodo expressed Indonesia's desire to be involved in the health industry during a bilateral meeting with United States Foreign Minister Antony Blinken, Monday (13/12).
Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi, who was accompanying Jokowi, said that Blinken welcomed Indonesia's wishes.
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"The US welcomes Indonesia's wishes to participate in the health supply chain. Blinken also expressed support for Indonesia's G20 Presidency," said Retno.
President Jokowi conveyed a number of priority agendas for Indonesia's G20 presidency, Retno revealed.
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Indonesia hopes that the US can become a strong partner in the economy, investment, and health sectors.
"Blinken also expressed a commitment to partnering with Indonesia in infrastructure investment," said Retno.
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Retno said President Jokowi expressed his appreciation for the various supports that the US had given to Indonesia during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Both parties will also develop strategic trust with all Indonesian partners.
For Indonesia, said Retno, such strategic trust was key to build a mutually beneficial and respectful cooperation.
Apart from Retno, State Secretary Pratikno also accompanied the President in the meeting. (tan/mcr20/jpnn)
This news has been broadcast on JPNN.com with the title: Kepada Amerika, Jokowi Sampaikan Keinginan Terlibat di Industri Kesehatan