The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Dhaka celebrated its 77th Independence Day on Thursday evening demonstrating an enhanced partnership between Bangladesh and Indonesia.
Indonesian Ambassador to Bangladesh Heru Hartanto Subolo welcomed guests from Bangladesh government, diplomatic corps, political figures, military officers, international organizations, businessmen, and academicians as well as journalists.
Ambassador Heru highlighted this year marks the 50-years of diplomatic relations between Indonesia and Bangladesh.
He said Indonesia is committed to strengthening the friendly relations with Bangladesh in many aspects, especially in bilateral trade and cooperation in more comprehensive sectors.
He also touched on Indonesia's roles in Asean and Indonesia’s presidency at the G20.
Information and Broadcasting Minister Hasan Mahmud was present as the guest of honour at the event.
Informatrion Minister Hasan Mahmud addressing at Embassy of Indonesia in Dhaka on Friday,September 30,2022 UNBHe applauded the strong bonding and partnership that goes beyond its current relations ranging from partners in the United Nations and various multilateral organizations, particularly in the Developing 8 Countries, the Non-Aligned Movement, the World Trade Organization and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and other international fora.
He also hoped for Indonesia’s bigger role in supporting efforts in sending Rohinggyas back to Myanmar.
Hasan also wished the current ties will serve as an avenue to elevate the bilateral relations including people to people contacts.
During the reception, a number of export-oriented products entitled “Indonesian Products Showcase” were promoted to attract the interests of invited guests on the sidelines of the event.
There were a number of food samples and consumable products, miniatures of transport vehicles, such as car train from PT Kereta Api Indonesia and busses from CV Laksana.
The embassy also displayed miniatures of military vehicles and equipments, such as miniatures of CN235-220 Aircraft from PT Dirgantara Indonesia and military parachute from PT Langit Biru.
Indonesia Cultural Center in Dhaka also presented traditional dance and music ensemble.
A group of 8 people harmoniously played the Angklung, a set of traditional bamboo instrument originated from West Java, Indonesia.
And then followed by a group of 4 people who presented a Wonderful Indonesia dance, a mix of Indonesian traditional with modern music as a background.
Besides, a group of 7 people also performed Indonesian traditional martial arts, Pencak Silat.
Guests and other dignitaries were also invited to join poco-poco dance as a gesture of friendship at the final program of the reception.
