Tag: Indonesian President Joko Widodo

President Duterte, Widodo to discuss security issues, involvement of Indonesian terrorists in Marawi conflict

QUEZON City, Philippines (Eagle News) — President Rodrigo Duterte is expected to discuss with his Indonesian counterpart, President Joko Widodo, the reported presence of Indonesian terrorists in Marawi city. In an earlier interview, President Duterte confirmed that the Maute Group counts foreign nationals as their members. Aside from Indonesians, there are also Malaysians, Saudis and Yemenis. Indonesian Defense Minister Ryamizard Ryacudu confirmed Duterte’s statement, saying there were about 1,200 Islamist State terrorists in the country, and that 40 […]

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PH, Indonesia reiterate cooperation in maritime affairs, security, trade

(Eagle News Service) — The Philippines and Indonesia on Friday reiterated the importance of strengthening cooperation in the fields of maritime affairs, trade and agriculture,  among others, announcing the launch of new sea routes and connectivities, and newly signed agreements. In a joint press conference after their bilateral meeting in Malacanang, President Rodrigo Duterte and Indonesian President Joko Widodo  announced the launch of the Davao-General Santos-Bitung roll on-roll off (RoRo) sea linkage route, with the signing […]

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President Duterte and Indonesian President Widodo deliver their joint speech afer signing of agreements

After witnessing the signing ceremony of several agreements, President Rodrigo Duterte and President Joko Widodo of Indonesia deliver their joint press statements at the Reception Hall of Malacañan Palace on April 28, 2017. The Indonesian leader is in the country for a state visit and to participate in the 30th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Leaders’ Summit chaired by the Philippines. #PartnerForChange

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WATCH: Indonesian President Joko Widodo touches down at the Villamor Airbase in Pasay City

Indonesian President Joko Widodo touches down at the Villamor Airbase in Pasay City via Indonesian Defence Air Force (IDAF) flight 01 for a State Visit to the Philippines and for the 30th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit set tomorrow, April 29, 2017. President Widodo last met with President Rodrigo “Rody” Duterte on the latter’s Working Visit to the Republic of Indonesia in September 2016. The Indonesian leader is expected to fly to Mindanao […]

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Recruiters must be found guilty before asking Veloso’s clemency- Palace

(Eagle News)– Presidential Spokesperson Ernesto Abella on Tuesday explained that the suspected illegal recruiters of Mary Jane “MJ” Veloso should be found guilty first before asking Indonesia for clemency. “Ang mahalaga lang ay mapagpatuloy ang judicial process. Ituloy na natin [the local case against illegal recruiters]. If it can be clearly seen that she is innocent, then that would be the ground for plea for clemency,” Abella said. Maria Christina Sergio and Julius Lacanilao– the […]

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Indonesian President Joko Widodo visits island in West Philippine Sea

QUEZON City, Philippines – Indonesian President Joko Widodo visited one of the islands that it is claiming in the West Philippine Sea aboard an Indonesian war vessel almost a week after the incident where an Indonesian naval ship fired a warning shot against Chinese fishing vessels. According to analysts, this is the strongest response made by Indonesia regarding the issue. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing and Uploaded by Vince Alvin […]

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Indonesian leader visits islands after China clashes

JAKARTA, Indonesia (AFP) — Indonesian President Joko Widodo was Thursday set to visit remote islands close to waters where Chinese and Indonesian vessels have repeatedly clashed, as tensions mount between the nations in the South China Sea. Widodo aims to assert Indonesia’s sovereignty over the Natuna Islands in the northwestern fringe of the archipelago during the trip and is accompanied by a high-level delegation including the foreign minister and armed forces chief, the government said. […]

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Widodo reiterates importance of sea security amid release of Indonesian sailors

JAKARTA, Indonesia — Indonesian President Joko Widodo expressed thanks and appreciation to all parties that have been involved in the efforts to release the hostages so far including the Philippine government. Widodo also reiterated the importance of sea security in the border areas when announcing the release of 10 Indonesian ship crew members held hostage by Abu Sayyaf militant group. In view of that, a meeting relating to it would be held on May 5 […]

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Indonesian president will not attend APEC

Indonesian President Joko Widodo will not be able to attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit in Manila and will send the Indonesian Minister of Trade instead in order to focus on important affairs in Indonesia as well as the problem faced by Indonesia regarding the haze. (Eagle News Service Described by Jay Paul Carlos, Video Editing by Jericho Morales, Uploaded by MRFaith Bonalos)

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Philippine government thanks Indonesian President for granting Veloso a reprieve

APRIL 29 — The Philippine government has expressed its gratitude to Indonesian President Joko Widodo for delaying the execution of convicted drug mule Mary Jane Veloso. “The Philippine government thanks President Widodo and the Indonesian government for giving due consideration to President Aquino’s appeal that Mary Jane Veloso be given a reprieve,” Communications Secretary Herminio Coloma, Jr. said in a statement issued on Wednesday morning. “Such reprieve provides an opportunity for the perpetuation of her […]

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Indonesian President makes a pitch for yen investment

Indonesian President Joko Widodo called for more yen investments on Tuesday (March 24) in a speech before Japanese business leaders in Tokyo. Widodo, on the third day of his Japan tour, focused on business diplomacy as he urged nearly 1,000 businessmen and women to increase their investment in Indonesia, a total of 4.7 billion US dollars in 2013 according to Japanese Foreign Ministry source. “Foreign investment to Indonesia continues to grow each and every year. […]

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