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As open economies, Chile and Indonesia understand that globalization must become more inclusive, resilient and sustainable, ensuring that its benefits reach a broader range of people and communities.
Chile's Minister of Foreign Affairs Francisco Perez Mackenna delivers a speech during a breakfast organized by the Association of Marketing Executives of Uruguay (ADM) on July 2 in Montevideo. (AFP/Santiago Mazzarovich)
This year, Chile and Indonesia commemorate 61 years of diplomatic relations. More than six decades of friendship, mutual respect and constructive engagement remind us that, despite the geographical distance separating South America and Southeast Asia, our countries have steadily built a relationship based on shared values, common interests and an unwavering commitment to international cooperation.My visit to Jakarta reflects Chile's commitment to deepening its partnership with Indonesia, one of our closest partners in Southeast Asia and a key actor in shaping the future of the Asia-Pacific region.
As Southeast Asia's largest economy and the world's fourth most populous nation, Indonesia has become an important voice in addressing many of the major challenges of our time, from sustainable development and energy security to resilient supply chains and inclusive economic growth.
