10 hours ago
10
February 22, 2025 | 01:53 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Indonesian Deputy Foreign Minister Arrmanatha Nasir participated in the 27th Foreign Ministers' Meeting of MIKTA (MIKTA FMM) in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Thursday, February 20, 2025. This meeting, held alongside the G20 foreign ministers' meeting, provided an opportunity to reinforce MIKTA's role in addressing global challenges.
MIKTA is a group comprised of five G20 member nations: Mexico, Indonesia, South Korea, Turkiye, and Australia.
The MIKTA FMM also served as a platform for the transfer of MIKTA chairmanship from Mexico to South Korea. Arrmanatha expressed his appreciation for Mexico's leadership during its year as chair.
During the meeting, Arrmanatha stressed the critical need for more inclusive and responsive global governance reform.
"Multilateralism is used often only when it is beneficial. MIKTA must be at the forefront in promoting a more adaptive and effective global governance," stated Arrmanatha, as quoted from the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA).
In the meeting sessions, MIKTA foreign ministers agreed that the current multilateral system is not adequately responding to global challenges. Consequently, MIKTA must continue to advocate for the implementation of the UN Pact for the Future as part of efforts to strengthen the multilateral framework.
Furthermore, MIKTA is committed to enhancing coordination to ensure the sustainability of developing countries' agendas across various international forums. MIKTA will continue to advocate key issues such as a sustainable economy, inclusive digital transformation, and developmental rights for all nations.
Additionally, Arrmanatha highlighted the significance of diversifying partnerships to bolster MIKTA's position in the face of global uncertainties.
"As a group of middle powers across regions, MIKTA has a strategic role in ensuring a fairer and more representative global order," he emphasized.
The MIKTA FMM concluded with a Joint Communiqué that reaffirmed commitments to democracy, international law, and multilateralism. It also urged the resolution of conflicts and humanitarian issues in Palestine, particularly in Gaza.
Moreover, the Joint Communiqué expressed support for peaceful resolutions to global conflicts, human rights protection, migrant workers' rights, and the strengthening of women's participation in global development.
Editor's Choice: Indonesia and Brazil Meet in Sidelines of G20 FMM, Discuss BRICS Membership
Click here to get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google News
Indonesia and Brazil Meet in Sidelines of G20 FMM, Discuss BRICS Membership
1 hari lalu
Deputy Foreign Minister Arrmanatha Nasir met with the Foreign Minister of Brazil to discuss Indonesia's membership in BRICS.
Indonesia Could Face 10-20% U.S. Tariffs Due to Lack of Trade Deal, Says Minister
1 hari lalu
Coordinating Minister Airlangga Hartarto stated that Indonesia does not have a free trade agreement (FTA) with the United States.
Indonesia's Current Account Deficit Deepens in 2024, Seen Wider in 2025
1 hari lalu
Indonesia's current account deficit widened in 2024 as its merchandise trade surplus shrank amid weaker global demand.
Indonesia Budget Efficiency Cuts Remain at $18.8 Bln, Finance Ministry Says
3 hari lalu
Indonesia's deputy finance minister said the total budget funding the government is freeing up through efficiency measures remained unchanged.
Indonesian Govt Sees DeepSeek as AI Alternative Despite Other Countries Ban
4 hari lalu
Deputy Minister of Communication and Digital Nezar Patria stated that Indonesia will not block the AI Deepseek.
Minister: Indonesian Government Will Soon Issue Electric Motorcycle Incentives
5 hari lalu
Minister of Industry Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita says that the Indonesian government will soon issue electric motorcycle incentives.
World's First Gay Imam Shot Dead in South Africa
5 hari lalu
The world's first openly gay imam, Muhsin Hendricks, was shot dead on Saturday, February 15, 2025, near the southern town of Gqeberha, South Africa.
Indonesia Plans to Import Around 200,000 Tons of Raw Sugar for Food Reserve
9 hari lalu
Indonesia plans to import around 200,000 metric tons of raw sugar to top up government's food reserve.
Erdogan's Visit Could Be a Major Opportunity for Indonesia, Academic Says
9 hari lalu
Erdogan's visit to Indonesia presents a significant opportunity to strengthen the bilateral relations between the two nations, says an academic.
Indonesia Lags Behind ASEAN Peers Despite Climb in Corruption Index Ranking
9 hari lalu
The Corruption Perception Index (CPI) of Indonesia in 2024 increased by three points to 37. This increase also boosted Indonesia's rank to 99 out of 180 countries.
