SECRETARY POMPEO: Hi everyone, I’m Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. Today, I would like to wish all Muslims a blessed Eid Al Adha to mark the end of the Hajj pilgrimage. This is a time of reflection and prayer, when Muslims around the world come together with friends and family in the spirit of peace ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 August, 2018 | Topics:
News
Central Kalimantan — The Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation (BOSF) released the 100th Bornean Orangutan rehabilitated in Central Kalimantan with support from the United States Government through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The release represents joint progress towards better protecting this iconic, critically endangered species and marked over 100 orangutans released in partnership ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 August, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
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On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, it is my pleasure to send our warmest wishes to the people of Indonesia as you celebrate your 73rd year of independence this August 17th. Our relationship is founded on shared democratic values and ideals. This common vision forms the basis of our strong ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 August, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
Location: Lombok and Gili Islands, Indonesia Event: Following the magnitude 6.9 earthquake on August 5, 2018, the areas around Lombok and the Gili Islands (Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno, and Gili Air) continue to experience aftershocks and tremors. Actions to Take: Reconsider your travel plans to the Gili Islands and review your travel plans to Lombok. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 August, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Security & Emergency Messages
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary Mike Pompeo met with Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi in Jakarta on August 4, reaffirming close bilateral relations and a strong U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership as we look ahead to celebrating 70 years of diplomatic ties in 2019. The Secretary thanked the Foreign Minister for Indonesia’s leadership ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 August, 2018 | Topics:
News
SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you (inaudible). Thank you for hosting me here today. It’s wonderful to be here. The Vice President said to send his regards; he so enjoyed his trip here. And I just wanted to say thanks for being such a great, wonderful strategic partner of the United States of America. We value your ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 August, 2018 | Topics:
News
Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Jakarta, Indonesia August 5, 2018 QUESTION: Secretary Pompeo, thank you again for this opportunity. SECRETARY POMPEO: It’s great to be with you. QUESTION: It’s such a pleasure to have you here in Jakarta, Indonesia. SECRETARY POMPEO: It’s wonderful to be here. QUESTION: I understand this is your first visit. SECRETARY POMPEO: It’s my first trip ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 August, 2018 | Topics:
News
By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 August, 2018 | Topics:
News
Location: Lombok, Indonesia Event: Lombok experienced a magnitude 6.9 earthquake at 19:46 local (Bali) time on August 5, 2018, followed by a magnitude 5.6 aftershock at 20:49 local time. A tsunami alert was issued shortly after the initial earthquake. A 20 cm tsunami was reported, but the tsunami alert was lifted at 21:40. There continue ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 6 August, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Security & Emergency Messages
JAKARTA – On Tuesday, Acting Mission Director for U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), David Hoffman and the Director General of Science, Technology and Higher Education, Ministry of Research, Technology and Higher Education of the Republic of Indonesia (RISTEKDIKTI), Prof. dr. Ali Ghufron Mukti, M.Sc., Ph.D, hosted a reception to send off 24 Indonesian professionals ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 August, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
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Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will travel to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: Singapore, Singapore; and Jakarta, Indonesia August 1-5. In Kuala Lumpur, August 2-3, the Secretary will meet senior Malaysian officials to discuss strengthening the Comprehensive Partnership and advancing common security and economic interests based on our strongly shared democratic values, following the recent historic ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 31 July, 2018 | Topics:
News
Secretary Michael R. Pompeo today addressed the Indo-Pacific Business Forum in Washington, DC, to launch the economic and commercial pillars of the Trump Administration’s Indo-Pacific strategy. Before top U.S. business leaders and foreign dignitaries at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Secretary Pompeo detailed how U.S. business engagement in the Indo-Pacific is essential to the U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 31 July, 2018 | Topics:
Fact Sheets
Bogor – Ministry of Research Technology and Higher Education (KEMRISTEKDIKTI) Director of Research and Community Services Prof. Dr. Ocky Karna Radjasa, M.Sc., and United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Acting Mission Director David Hoffman opened the first Collaboration for Innovation conference at Institut Pertanian Bogor International Convention Center yesterday. This is the first annual ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 11 July, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
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Remarks by Ambassador Donovan at the Celebration of the 242nd Anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America, Jakarta Yang terhormat Menteri Koordinator Luhut Pandjaitan ,Deputi Sekretaris Jenderal Tuan, Duta Besar Campbell, para hadirin sekalian, selamat datang di perayaan kemerdekaan Amerika Serikat ke –dua ratus empat puluh dua. The theme for our celebration ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 July, 2018 | Topics:
Speeches
Location: Bali, Indonesia. Event: Mt. Agung, an active volcano in East Bali, is currently emitting ash. As of June 29, the ash cloud has closed the Bali airport until 07:00 p.m. local time. The airport on the neighboring island of Lombok is currently open, and the port in Gilimanuk in West Bali serving ferries to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 29 June, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Security & Emergency Messages, Surabaya
“This year’s report focuses on effective ways local communities can address human trafficking proactively and on how national governments can support and empower them. Local communities are the most affected by this abhorrent crime and are also the first line of defense against human trafficking. By engaging and training law enforcement, religious leaders, teachers, tribal ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 29 June, 2018 | Topics:
Official Reports
INDONESIA– The United States Embassy congratulates Dr. Ahmad Agus Setiawan and Dr. Muhammad Makky on their selection as fellows for the ASEAN Science and Technology (S&T) Fellowship 2018/2019, sponsored by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), ASEAN and the ASEAN Foundation. Dr. Setiawan and Dr. Makky were selected for their track record of achievements ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 28 June, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
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On World Refugee Day, we join the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and our international partners in commemorating the strength, courage, and resilience of millions of refugees worldwide who have been forced to flee their homes due to persecution and conflict. As global displacement has reached record levels, it is vital that new actors ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 20 June, 2018 | Topics:
News
Ambassador Donovan along with all the staff and family of U.S. Embassy & Consulates wishes the Eid al-Fitr to all people of Indonesia.
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 June, 2018 | Topics:
News
On behalf of the U.S. Department of State, I extend my best wishes to our Muslim friends and partners celebrating Eid al-Fitr. This holiday marks the end of Ramadan, a month of fasting, charity, compassion, and reflection. Eid al-Fitr reminds all of us in the United States and abroad, Muslims and non-Muslims alike, to maintain ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 June, 2018 | Topics:
News
Event: Indonesian police informed the Embassy that there will be a demonstration today, starting at 2:00 p.m. at the Horse Statue, Presidential Palace, and across from the main Embassy compound. Hundreds of additional police will position themselves around National Monument Square (MONAS) and increased traffic congestion and delays are likely. Actions to take: Keep a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 June, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Security & Emergency Messages
Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General Surabaya, Indonesia (June 7, 2018) Location: The announced gathering point is the U.S. Consulate General Surabaya; Jalan Citra Raya, No. 2 Event: Members from the group KUMAIL (Komite Umat Islam Anti-Amerika-Israel) have scheduled demonstrations on Friday, June 8, 2018, from approximately 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Actions to Take: ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 June, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Security & Emergency Messages, Surabaya
Secretary Pompeo welcomed Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi to the Department of State in Washington, DC today. Secretary Pompeo and Foreign Minister Marsudi reaffirmed the U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership, agreeing that the United States and Indonesia should continue to work together, as two major democracies, promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific. Secretary Pompeo and Foreign Minister ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 6 June, 2018 | Topics:
News
Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following locations in Surabaya: U.S. Consulate General Surabaya; Jalan Citra Raya, No. 2 Disnakertransduk Jatim (East Java Office of Labor and Transmigration); Jalan Dukuk Menanggal, No. 124-126 East Java Governor’s Office; Jalan Pahlawan, No. 110 Event: Members of various labor organizations have scheduled demonstrations ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 June, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Surabaya
2018 Marks the 20th anniversary of the International Religious Freedom Act In 1998, Congress overwhelmingly passed the International Religious Freedom (IRF) Act –groundbreaking and bipartisan legislation that affirmed the importance of promoting international religious freedom as a key aspect of America’s foreign policy. President Clinton signed it into law on October 27, 1998. This law ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 31 May, 2018 | Topics:
News
The constitution guarantees freedom of religion and the right to worship according to one’s own beliefs but states citizens must accept restrictions established by law to protect the rights of others and to satisfy “just demands based upon considerations of morality, religious values, security, and public order in a democratic society.”
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 30 May, 2018 | Topics:
Official Reports
On May 21, Ambassador Donovan appeared as a guest star on Ini Talkshow, the highest rated comedy talk show on Indonesian television, with an estimated viewership of more than eight million people. During the live broadcast at 2:00 am or sahur, the time when Indonesian Muslims partake of the pre-dawn meal in preparation for fasting, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 May, 2018 | Topics:
News
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Jakarta, Indonesia – The United States and Indonesia held meetings on May 15, 2018 under their Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA) to discuss ways to further strengthen trade relations and promote free, fair, and reciprocal trade between them. During the meetings, the United States and Indonesia agreed to work together to address outstanding issues ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 17 May, 2018 | Topics:
News
Location: Indonesia, Countrywide Event: Crime and traffic accidents tend to increase during the month of Ramadan and the Idul Fitri holiday period. During this time, Police will increase their presence at popular gathering places such as tourist sites, transportation hubs, malls, etc. Recent attacks against churches and police remind us that terrorists may strike with ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 May, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
With the rising of tonight’s moon, I send my greetings and best wishes to all Muslims observing Ramadan in the United States and around the world. During the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims commemorate the revelation of the Quran to the prophet Muhammad through fellowship and prayer. Many observe this holy time by fasting, performing ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 May, 2018 | Topics:
White House Statements
On behalf of the United States Department of State, I offer best wishes to Muslims around the world for a peaceful and blessed Ramadan. For those observing this month, it is a time of reverence, generosity, and spiritual introspection. Ramadan is also a cherished time of community, often spent reconnecting with family and friends. It ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 May, 2018 | Topics:
News
Location: Indonesia, countrywide Event: Indonesian police operations against terrorists are ongoing. The U.S. government remains concerned that terrorists are intent on conducting attacks in Surabaya and other areas of Indonesia. Terrorists may target police stations, places of worship, tourist locations, transportation hubs and other public venues. Actions to Take: Seek secure shelter. Review your personal ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 May, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Security Alert: Explosions in Surabaya, Indonesia (May 13, 2018) Location: Indonesian police are responding to at least three bomb explosions at the following churches in Surabaya: Gereja Santa Maria (GKSM) Tak Bercela di Ngagel, Gubeng; Gereja Kristin Indonesia (GKI), Jalan Raya Diponegoro; Gereja Pantekosta Pusat Surabaya (GPPS), Jalan Raya Arjuna. There are reports of casualties. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 13 May, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
The United States strongly condemns this morning’s attacks on three churches in Surabaya. These attacks on peaceful worshipers are an affront to the tolerance and diversity embraced by Indonesians. The United States stands with the people of Indonesia, and we offer our deepest condolences to the families of the victims.
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 13 May, 2018 | Topics:
News
First let me thank all of you for coming out and supporting this event. I want to thank in particular the Habitat for Humanity National Director David Andre Ardhani and Doug Slusher, CEO of Santa Fe Relocation, for your efforts to organize this event. I also want to thank the Ambassadors and officials representing ten ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 12 May, 2018 | Topics:
Speeches
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On May 12, 2018, Ambassador Donovan joined ambassadors from eleven countries to build homes for disadvantaged families in Sentul, West Java. An annual program organized by organized by Habitat for Humanity, the “Ambassadors’ Dig” brings together chiefs of diplomatic missions in Indonesia to build homes for underserved communities. Speaking at the event, Ambassador Donovan said, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 12 May, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
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United States Ambassador to Indonesia, Joseph R. Donovan Jr., traveled to East Java from 8-9 May, where he highlighted the strong ties between the United States and Eastern Indonesia. During his visit, he attended the opening of the new Peace Corps office, met with alumni of United States Government-sponsored exchange programs, toured the Cheng Hoo ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 11 May, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases, Surabaya
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Event: Various organizations have scheduled demonstrations on Friday, May 11, 2018, starting at about 4:00 a.m. near the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta (Jalan Medan Merdeka Selatan) and starting at 1:00 p.m. near the U.S. Consulate General in Surabaya (Jalan Citra Raya Niaga). The upcoming relocation of the U.S. Embassy in Israel on May 14 may ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 9 May, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Security & Emergency Messages
Selamat Pagi! Good morning. Thank you Governor Muhammad Zainul Majdi for hosting us here today and for NTB’s continued support for the Millennium Challenge Corporation and Millennium Challenge Account-Indonesia’s important work promoting economic prosperity for Indonesians. I would also like to thank the MCC delegation, who travelled from around the world to see firsthand the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 May, 2018 | Topics:
Speeches
Surabaya – A delegation from the U.S. Government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) joined United States Ambassador to Indonesia Joseph R. Donovan Jr. in Lombok to mark the closure of MCC’s compact with the Government of Indonesia. Ambassador Donovan and the MCC delegation, led by Vice President and Secretary of the MCC Board Jeanne Hauch and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 May, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases, Surabaya
Few Americans possess a resume as varied as that of Mike Pompeo: first in his class at West Point, an editor of the Harvard Law Review, entrepreneur, congressman and Director of the Central Intelligence Agency. Add a new line to that resume: America’s chief diplomat. Pompeo, 54, was sworn in 26 April 2018 as the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 27 April, 2018 | Topics:
News
The 2017 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices (The Human Rights Reports) document the status of human rights and worker rights in nearly 200 countries and territories. These reports are required by U.S. law and are used by a variety of actors, including the U.S. Congress, the Executive branch, and the Judicial branch as a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 April, 2018 | Topics:
Official Reports
| Tags: Official Report
Good afternoon! Thank you for inviting me to join this special occasion. I also want to express my thanks to Boeing, Ambassador Rusdi and Minister Budi for joining us. I would like to congratulate Boeing and the Lion Group on this partnership, yet another example of the strong economic relationship between the United States and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 11 April, 2018 | Topics:
Speeches
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BENGKULU, Indonesia – U.S. and partner nation service members participating in Pacific Partnership 2018 arrived in Bengkulu, Indonesia aboard the U.S. Navy hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) March 29. The mission in Bengkulu will continue through April 12 and will feature mission personnel working side-by-side with Indonesian medical professionals, participating in civil engineering projects, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 April, 2018 | Topics:
Medan, News
Thank you to our partners from the Ministry of National Development Planning: Bapak Kennedy Simanjuntak, Deputy Minister on Development Funding; Bapak Subandi, Deputy Minister on Human Development, Community and Culture; Bapak Pungkas Bahjuri Ali, Director of Community Health and Nutrition; Thank you also to the: Distinguished Members of Board of Trustees of MCA-Indonesia And to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 29 March, 2018 | Topics:
Speeches
SECRETARY OF DEFENSE JAMES N. MATTIS: Madame Minister — Minister Retno, it’s very good to have you here. Excellency, Ambassador, thank you for coming over, as well. I very much enjoyed my visit to your country, to your capital in January. It was very educational for me. I learned a great deal. I believe our ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 28 March, 2018 | Topics:
Speeches
Police and media reports indicate a recent increase in criminal incidents in the Kemang and Jalan Sudirman areas of Jakarta. Violent assaults against or among patrons at bars and clubs along Jalan Kemang Raya have been reported, in some cases perpetrated by groups of males on motorcycles. Individual women walking alone have also reported instances ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 27 March, 2018 | Topics:
Alert
United States Ambassador to Indonesia, Joseph R. Donovan Jr., concluded his recent trip to North Sulawesi where he demonstrated the U.S.’ ongoing commitment to the U.S.-Indonesian Strategic Partnership across all segments of Indonesian society, including through military-to-military engagement, promoting commercial ties, educational exchanges, and expanded trade ties. While in Manado, Ambassador Donovan participated in the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 13 March, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases, Surabaya
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United States Ambassador to Indonesia, Joseph R. Donovan Jr. completed his first visit to South Sulawesi, highlighting the continuing strength of the U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership. During his two-day visit to Makassar, he met with South Sulawesi Governor Syahrul Yasin Limpo, toured the Mars Sybioscience Facility, PLN (Perusahan Listrik Negara) Dispatch Center, and met with alumni ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 10 March, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases, Surabaya
| Tags: Ambassador
Minister Nasir, Rector Anis, President Roy Kosasih from Honeywell’s ASEAN and Indonesia offices – it’s a great pleasure to see all of you at this event. Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, Selamat Pagi. Good morning. I would like to congratulate the leadership and staff of Honeywell and the University of Indonesia for your hard work ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 March, 2018 | Topics:
Speeches
The U.S. Embassy and EducationUSA will host three free university fairs across Indonesia to introduce students to the many benefits of higher education in the United States. Approximately, 40 U.S. universities, colleges, and community colleges will participate in the fairs. The university fairs will provide Indonesian students and their parents a chance to learn more ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 24 February, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
Jakarta – This week, United States Ambassador to Indonesia, Joseph R. Donovan Jr., emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership for expanding commercial and people-to-people ties between Central Java and the United States. The Ambassador’s two-day visit to Semarang included meetings with Mayor Hendrar Prihadi, representatives for the Central Java Branch of the Indonesian ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 24 February, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for house and senate seats have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials by the absentee ballot ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 30 January, 2018 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens
Selamat pagi. Good morning. Welcome. Selamat datang di U.S.-Indonesia Energy Day pertama. Minister Jonan, Director Syofvi, it’s a great pleasure to welcome all of you to this event, co-hosted by the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources and the U.S. Power Working Group for Indonesia. Thank you to Minister Jonan and his team for allowing ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 18 January, 2018 | Topics:
Speeches
JAKARTA – The United States Embassy, the Government of Indonesia, and the Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Foundation announced the successful release of two male and two female rescued orangutans to the Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park on Borneo Island. The four orangutans raised the total number of rescued orangutans in the national park to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 11 January, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: USAID
JAKARTA-On Mother’s Day (December 22, 2017), the United States and Indonesia announced the launch of Jalin, a five-year $55 million project that will help save lives of the poorest and most vulnerable mothers and newborns in Indonesia. Through Jalin, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Indonesian Ministry of Health (MOH) will improve ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 December, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
Reports indicate that approximately 500 protesters may hold a demonstration near the U.S. Consulate General on Friday, December 22 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. to protest the U.S. recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. Following the demonstration at the U.S. Consulate General, the group plans to proceed to the Grahadi Building in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 December, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages, Surabaya
“Our government’s first duty is to its people, to our citizens — to serve their needs, to ensure their safety, to preserve their rights, and to defend their values.” – President Donald J. Trump A NEW NATIONAL SECURITY STRATEGY FOR A NEW ERA: Less than a year after taking office, President Donald J. Trump is ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 December, 2017 | Topics:
White House Statements
The Embassy would like to encourage U.S. citizens to maintain increased security awareness through the holidays. During the holiday season, the Indonesian National Police will visibly increase their presence at tourist sites, churches, malls, and other public gathering places. While these arrangements are not in response to any specific threat, we nonetheless encourage U.S. citizens ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 December, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
Police contacts have informed the U.S. Consulate General of a planned demonstration on Tuesday, December 19, of up to 1000 members of a coalition of student groups to protest the U.S. recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. The group will gather at the Surabaya Zoo from 10:00 a.m. and is expected to arrive ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 18 December, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages, Surabaya
The U.S. Diplomatic Mission to Indonesia informs U.S. citizens that political and religious organizers are planning demonstrations to protest the U.S. recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel at several U.S. government diplomatic facilities in Indonesia. We urge U.S. citizens to avoid areas of demonstrations. Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 December, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
SECRETARY TILLERSON: Well, thank you so much, Stephen, for that warm welcome. And we’ve known each other for a long time as well, and in my old life would often share perspectives on what I was seeing around the world and try to get some advice on whether I was leaning the correct way to the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 December, 2017 | Topics:
News
The U.S. Embassy is aware of planned demonstrations at several U.S. government diplomatic facilities in Indonesia. Due to protest activity, the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta, the U.S. Consulate General in Surabaya, and the U.S. Consulate in Medan will temporarily limit routine public services on Monday, December 11. In the event of an emergency threatening the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 11 December, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
The U.S. Embassy is aware of planned demonstrations at several U.S. government diplomatic facilities in Indonesia. Due to protest activity, the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta and the U.S. Consulate General in Surabayawill temporarily limit routine public services on Monday, December 11. In the event of an emergency threatening the life or safety of a U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 10 December, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
The U.S. Embassy is aware that there are planned demonstrations, most of which are in the vicinity of several U.S. government diplomatic facilities in Indonesia, to protest the U.S. recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. Demonstrations have the potential to become violent. We urge U.S. citizens to avoid all protests, especially those in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 9 December, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
December 8, 2017 Possible Demonstrations at U.S. Embassy in Jakarta and U.S. Consulate General in Surabaya Reports indicate that up to 500 participants may demonstrate at the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta and up to 3,000 participants may demonstrate at the U.S. Consulate General in Surabaya at about 1:00 p.m. (after mid-day prayers) on Friday, December ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 December, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
When President Trump announced that the United States recognizes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and its seat of government yesterday, the President also publicly reaffirmed that the United States supports the status quo at the holy sites of Temple Mount/Haram al-Sharif. As the President said in his remarks, “Jerusalem is today, and must remain, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 December, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
The recent announcement that the United States recognizes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and plans to relocate the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem may spark protests, some of which have the potential to become violent. The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta reminds U.S. citizens of the need for caution and awareness of personal ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 December, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
December 6, 2017 President Trump‘s decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s capital aligns U.S. presence with the reality that Jerusalem is home to Israel’s legislature, Supreme Court, President’s office, and Prime Minister‘s office. We have consulted with many friends, partners, and allies in advance of the President making his decision. We firmly believe there is ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 December, 2017 | Topics:
News
LARGE-SCALE GATHERING AT MONAS PARK IN JAKARTA Saturday, December 2, 2017, 3:00 AM to 12:30 PM The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta informs U.S. citizens that a large-scale gathering will take place in and around Monas Park in downtown Jakarta, on Saturday, December 2, 2017, in commemoration of the Prophet Muhammad’s birth and the anniversary of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 30 November, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
The U.S. Consulate General in Surabaya alerts U.S. citizens that Indonesian authorities re-opened the Bali airport on November 29 at 3:00 p.m. local time. However, each airline will make its own determination regarding whether or when to resume flight operations. Travelers can also exit the island of Bali via the port in Gilimanuk in West ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 30 November, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
The United States strongly condemns North Korea’s launch of what is likely an intercontinental ballistic missile into the Sea of Japan, indiscriminately threatening its neighbors, the region and global stability. The DPRK’s relentless pursuit of nuclear weapons and the means to deliver them must be reversed. Together the international community must continue to send a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 29 November, 2017 | Topics:
News
SURABAYA – To celebrate Thanksgiving, Consul General Heather Variava and her team visited a variety of houses of worship, and religious communities in Surabaya. These visits highlighted the tolerance and diversity of Eastern Indonesia, and also showed the similarities between the United States and Indonesia. “Just as the United States is a country made up ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 24 November, 2017 | Topics:
Events, Surabaya
The U.S. Embassy alerts U.S. citizens to recent shootings near Tembagapura, Papua, Indonesia. Media reports indicate armed attackers have carried out a series of shootings in the area since August 2017, resulting in the death of 2 people and 13 injuries. More than 1,000 local residents have been evacuated from the area. The area where ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 November, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
November 15, 2017 – From November 13-17, the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education will celebrate International Education Week (#IEW2017) by encouraging Americans and international students to seek opportunities to study abroad, make connections with peers in other countries, and ultimately see themselves as actors in and shapers of both their ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 November, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
The Embassy has been experiencing issues with its main phone line. As an alternative callers can dial +62-21-344-2211 number to reach the Embassy switchboard.
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 November, 2017 | Topics:
Alert
Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, Selamat pagi. Good morning. Selamat datang ke Jakarta to our guests who have joined us from the United States or from elsewhere in the region. I want to thank the members and staff of the American Chamber of Commerce in Indonesia and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 November, 2017 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
Update: The U.S. Consulate General in Surabaya informs U.S. citizens that on October 29 the Indonesian government downgraded the alert level for Mt. Agung, an active volcano in East Bali, from Level 4 to Level 3 due to a sustained decrease in the volcano’s seismic activity. The Indonesian Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 31 October, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages, Surabaya
JAKARTA – The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) announced four Partnerships for Enhanced Engagement in Research (PEER) between Indonesian and American scientists. Administered by the U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, these four research partnership grants will gather evidence to inform policy and management decisions in: peatland restoration; Science, Technology, Engineering and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 27 October, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
On Saturday, October 21, General Gatot Nurmantyo and his wife were delayed in their ability to board their flight due to an administrative error. The error was quickly corrected. We have taken appropriate measures to prevent this matter from occurring again. There is no restriction on the General’s or his wife’s travel, and we welcome ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 October, 2017 | Topics:
News
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Joseph Dunford invited Commander of the Indonesian Armed Forces General Gatot Nurmantyo to attend a Chiefs of Defense Conference on Countering Violent Extremism being held October 23-24 in Washington, D.C. General Gatot was unable to travel as planned. The Embassy was in touch with the General’s staff ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 October, 2017 | Topics:
News
By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 20 October, 2017 | Topics:
Featured Event
The 2019 Diversity Visa website is currently down for maintenance. Due to technical issues, the current registration period for Diversity Visa-2019 is being extended, and all enrollments made prior to October 18, 2017, will need to be resubmitted. The new entry period for DV-2019 will open for electronic entries at noon, Eastern Daylight Time, Wednesday, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 October, 2017 | Topics:
News
JAKARTA – The United States Embassy congratulates
Dr. Fitriya N. Dewi for being chosen as a finalist for the third annual Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)-U.S. Science Prize for Women, sponsored by ASEAN, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and Underwriters Laboratories (UL). She was chosen for her exceptional research on the impact of rapid urbanization on ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 October, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: USAID
Diversity Visa 2019 opens for electronic entries at noon, Eastern Daylight Time, Tuesday, October 3, 2017, and closes at noon, Eastern Standard Time, Tuesday, November 7, 2017. Applicants can access the electronic DV entry form (E-DV) at the official E-DV website,
dvlottery.state.gov , during the registration period. DV instructions also are available on the Department of State’s ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 October, 2017 | Topics:
News
Thank you, Ibu Tiya Diran. Bapak Menteri Jonan, Ambassador Simons, Ambassador Kristensen, IFC Country Director Khan, Pak Sapramu, Ladies and Gentlemen, thank you for inviting me to speak today. This is an excellent event, and I want to recognize Pak DirGen Rida Mulyana, Dr. Surya Darma, and Pak Paul Butarbutar for all their effort in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 19 September, 2017 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
United States Ambassador to Indonesia, Joseph R. Donovan Jr, saw first-hand how ExxonMobil and the Regency of Bojonegro are partnering to improve the future of Bojonegoro’s communities. Ambassador Donovan, accompanied by Surabaya Consul General Heather Variava, visited ExxonMobil’s Banyu Urip project, one of Indonesia’s largest oil developments, and later met with the Regent of Bojonegoro, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 18 September, 2017 | Topics:
News
Ambassador Donovan and a senior Ministry of Research, Technology and Higher Education official opened the EducationUSA Graduate Fair in Jakarta on September 16. The Ambassador emphasized the importance of education in the U.S.-Indonesia strategic partnership and highlighted the quality and benefits of studying in the U.S. More than 1,450 Indonesian students participated in EducationUSA Indonesia’s third ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 17 September, 2017 | Topics:
Featured Event, News
The USS Coronado (LCS 4), one of the U.S. Navy’s newest warships, made a good will port visit to Jakarta from September 14-16. During the visit to Jakarta the crew hosted a reception attended by the Ambassador, Indonesian Minister for Maritime Affairs Susi Pudjiastuti and Minister for Energy and Mineral Resources Ignasius Jonan, ambassadors from ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 September, 2017 | Topics:
Featured Event, News
On Thursday, September 14, 2017, the U.S. Embassy has received reports of an increase in small crimes in close proximity to the Embassy in Jakarta. The incidents occurred during working and/or daylight hours. While the victims were not physically injured, they were robbed of personal items. The Embassy would like to remind U.S. citizens to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 September, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 11, 2017 The United States is deeply troubled by the ongoing crisis in northern Rakhine State in Burma, where at least 300,000 people have fled their homes in the wake of attacks on Burmese security posts on August 25. We reiterate our condemnation ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 13 September, 2017 | Topics:
White House Statements
| Tags: Burma
JAKARTA – University of Indonesia Student Catherine, who goes by one name, was selected as one of the five winners of the 4th Annual Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR) Youth Debate, supported by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the U.S. Department of State. The Youth ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 September, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: USAID
Angkatan laut Amerika Serikat dan TNI-AL akan bergabung serta bertukar keterampilan dalam latihan militer bersama (Latma) “Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT)” Ke-23, yang akan berlangsung pada 7-13 September. Kegiatan latihan lapangan akan digelar di Surabaya, sementara kegiatan di laut dan udara akan bertempat di Laut Jawa dan Laut Bali. Latma bertujuan untuk memperkuat kerja ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 September, 2017 | Topics:
Siaran Pers
The U.S. and Indonesian navies will come together for the 23rd Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) bilateral exercise and skills exchange, September 7-13. The exercise will take place on the ground in Surabaya and in the waters and airspace of the Java and Bali Seas. The training is aimed at deepening maritime security cooperation between ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 September, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: CARAT
Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC August 31, 2017 As the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca and Medina comes to a close, I wish Muslims across the globe a meaningful and blessed Eid al-Adha. Eid al-Adha, also known as the ‘Festival of Sacrifice,’ is a special time when millions of Muslims ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 September, 2017 | Topics:
News, Secretary Rex Tillerson
| Tags: American Muslim, Secretary Tillerson
JAKARTA – The U.S. Embassy Jakarta announces Susan Shultz as the new Counselor for Public Affairs and Rakesh Surampudi as new Press Attaché and Spokesperson. As Counselor for Public Affairs, Ms. Shultz heads the U.S. Embassy’s Public Affairs Section (PAS) that promotes and advances the U.S. – Indonesia Strategic Partnership through @america, our American Cultural ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 29 August, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
JAKARTA, August 22, 2017 – The United States Agency for International Development’s Oceans and Fisheries Partnership (USAID Oceans) and Yayasan Masyarakat dan Perikanan Indonesia (MDPI), have announced a new partnership for reducing illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. Through the partnership, they will establish an innovative system for promoting sustainable fisheries and marine biodiversity conservation. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 August, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: USAID
On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I offer congratulations to the Republic of Indonesia as it celebrates its National Day and 72nd year of independence on August 17th. The United States and Indonesia share much in common as two dynamic and diverse democracies and G20 economies. We continue to reaffirm ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 18 August, 2017 | Topics:
News
Religious freedom is a cherished American value and a universal human right. It has been 19 years since the enactment of the International Religious Freedom Act, landmark legislation that placed the promotion of religious freedom as a central element of America’s foreign policy. The United States promotes religious freedom as a moral imperative. As importantly, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 August, 2017 | Topics:
Official Reports
Bandung – Fifty young volunteers from 10 ASEAN countries have gathered for four weeks in Bandung, Indonesia, to participate in the annual ASEAN Youth Volunteer Program (AYVP) supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). For the month of August, participants will learn about natural disasters, how to mitigate risks, and build resilience. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 August, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: USAID
On Wednesday, August 2, 2017 the U.S. Consular Agency in Bali will be temporarily closed to the public until 12:00 p.m. due to a planned demonstration at or near the Consular Agency. Routine services and appointments at the Consular Agency will resume in the afternoon. Emergency services for U.S. citizens will remain available all ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 August, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
Wakil Presiden Kalla, Mentri Rudiantara, Mentri Basuki, Mentri Ibu Susi, Mentri Sumadi, Mentri Rizal, Mentri Eko, Mantan Presiden Yudhoyono, Mantan Presiden Habibie, para mentri, Secretary General Minh, Charge Dennis Shields, dan teman teman semua. Selamat datang di perayaan ke 241 kemerdekaan Amerika. Tema tahun ini “Kekuatan dalam Keragaman, Bhinneka Tunggal Ika, dan E Pluribus Unum”. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 28 July, 2017 | Topics:
Featured Event, Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
Indonesia uses a civilian law enforcement led, rule-of-law-based approach in its domestic counterterrorism operations. Since the Bali bombings in 2002, Indonesia has applied sustained pressure to degrade the capabilities of terrorists and their networks operating within Indonesia’s borders. For complete report,
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 20 July, 2017 | Topics:
Official Reports
U.S. Ambassador Joseph R. Donovan Jr. recently visited West Pontianak Province on July 11 – 12. On this occasion, Ambassador Donovan met with West Kalimantan Vice Governor Christiandy Sanjaya. Vice Governor Sanjaya said that the West Kalimantan provincial government will continue to be open for investment opportunities from the United States, whether in natural resources, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 18 July, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador
President Donald J. Trump met with President Joko Widodo today at the G20 Summit in Hamburg, Germany. The two leaders emphasized their commitment to strengthening the United States-Indonesia strategic partnership, which is grounded in the interests and values shared by two of the world’s largest democracies. They discussed ways to expand fair and reciprocal trade between their ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 10 July, 2017 | Topics:
White House Statements
Hamburg Messe Hamburg, Germany 11:04 A.M. CET PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you very much. It’s my great honor to have the President of Indonesia, a country that is doing extremely well — and I would imagine a big part of that is leadership. Do you agree with that? (Laughter.) We’ve become friends, and we’re going to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 10 July, 2017 | Topics:
White House Statements
The Ambassador emphasized the United States’ commitment to strengthening our economic partnership, expanding educational exchange programs, and supporting Indonesia’s own efforts to increase access to clean water and sanitation services during a July 4-6 visit to Medan, North Sumatra. North Sumatra Governor Tengku Erry Nuradi discussed the province’s power deficit. U.S. Embassy Foreign Commercial Officer ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 July, 2017 | Topics:
News
On behalf of the American people, Melania and I send our warm greetings to Muslims as they celebrate Eid al-Fitr. Muslims in the United States joined those around the world during the holy month of Ramadan to focus on acts of faith and charity. Now, as they commemorate Eid with family and friends, they carry ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 24 June, 2017 | Topics:
White House Statements
| Tags: POTUS
On behalf of the U.S. Department of State, best wishes to all Muslims celebrating Eid al-Fitr. This holiday marks the culmination of Ramadan, a month in which many experience meaning and inspiration in acts of fasting, prayer, and charity. This day offers an opportunity to reflect on our shared commitment to building peaceful and prosperous ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 24 June, 2017 | Topics:
News
Ambassador Donovan hosted a buka puasa (iftar) for a group of Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) students, who recently returned to Indonesia after having spent a year in the United States. Established in 2002, the YES provides scholarships for high school students (15-17 years of age) to spend one academic year in the United ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 19 June, 2017 | Topics:
News
On Monday, June 19, approximately 500 people from the group KUMAIL (Komite Umat Islam Anti Amerika-Israel) are expected to gather at the U.S. Consulate General on Jalan Citra Raya Niaga to protest U.S. Israel policy from 02:00 p.m. to 04:00 p.m. The Consulate General expects a large police presence in the area. Afternoon appointments for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 19 June, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
U.S. Ambassador Joseph R. Donovan Jr. attended the Ramadan Jazz Festival at Cut Meutia Mosque in Jakarta on June 10, to strengthen the relationship between the U.S. Mission to Indonesia and one of the most influential young Muslim communities in Jakarta. His visit is also to underscore our shared values of tolerance and diversity, as ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 11 June, 2017 | Topics:
News
In honor of the spirit of Ramadan and to demonstrate U.S. respect for reaching out to the less fortunate at this time of year, Ambassador Donovan hosted a Buka Puasa at his residence on June 7th for over 100 children from Al Maun Muhammadiyah Orphanage, Jakarta and Raksa Orphanage, Bogor. Prior to the sundown prayer ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 June, 2017 | Topics:
News
June 1, 2017 The U.S. Embassy would like to remind U.S. citizens in Indonesia that traffic accidents and incidents of crime tend to increase during the month of Ramadan and the subsequent Idul Fitri holiday period. Please keep the following points in mind: Practice good situational awareness; remain actively aware of your surroundings, especially in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 June, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
On behalf of the American people, I would like to wish all Muslims a joyful Ramadan. During this month of fasting from dawn to dusk, many Muslims in America and around the world will find meaning and inspiration in acts of charity and meditation that strengthen our communities. At its core, the spirit of Ramadan ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 28 May, 2017 | Topics:
White House Statements
| Tags: POTUS
The Embassy expresses its deepest condolences for the police officers who lost their lives in the bombing last night and our sympathies for those persons injured. As Vice President Mike Pence stated during his recent visit to Jakarta, both of our countries know the terrible cost of terrorism and the United States stands with Indonesia ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 May, 2017 | Topics:
News
May 25, 2017 According to Indonesian authorities, at approximately 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 24, a suicide bomb attack targeting police occurred near a bus station in Kampung Melayu in East Jakarta. There were a number of people killed and wounded. No foreign nationals were among the casualties. All U.S. citizen visitors or residents in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 May, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
U.S. Ambassador Joseph R. Donovan Jr. recently completed his inaugural visit to Lombok in Nusa Tenggara Barat (NTB) Province on May 18, where his visit highlighted the depth and breadth of the U.S.-Indonesian strategic partnership. His visit included events promoting educational ties, cultural and religious diversity, and development in the fields of “green prosperity” and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 19 May, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador
Thank you Pak Dimas for that kind introduction. Distinguished guests, Ladies and Gentlemen, I’d like to thank Ibu Dewi Fortuna Anwar and Ambassador Dino Djalal and the entire Foreign Policy Community of Indonesia for your invitation to come here today to share some of my impressions of U.S-Indonesian trade and investment ties. The FPCI has ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 10 May, 2017 | Topics:
Speeches
JAKARTA – The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the International Pole & Line Foundation (IPNLF) launched an electronic catch documentation and traceability (CDT) system for tuna to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing and seafood fraud in Indonesia, the world’s largest tuna-fishing nation. The CDT system will support collection of key ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 10 May, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
JAKARTA (May 4, 2017) – The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), in partnership with Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a global safety science company, launched today the third annual ASEAN-U.S. Science Prize for Women. The 2017 prize will be awarded to a talented, early career woman from the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 May, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
Ambassador Donovan visited Aceh province from April 25-26, 2017. During his visit, the Ambassador met with the governor-elect, the vice mayor, the head of provincial police and Wali Nanggroe Malik Mahmud, a cultural leader of Aceh. While in Aceh, he participated in a U.S. government sponsored training on fraudulent documents attended by police, immigration, and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 26 April, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador
Vice President Mike Pence and Indonesia Vice President Jusuf Kalla celebrated over $10 billion dollars in trade and investment agreements that demonstrate the strength of the U.S.-Indonesia economic relationship. The deals include the delivery of cutting-edge U.S. technologies to help meet Indonesia’s energy needs and process waste into valuable byproducts. U.S. companies are also supporting ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 April, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
THE VICE PRESIDENT: Good afternoon. This is my first visit to the Asia Pacific as Vice President of the United States, and I bring greetings from the President of the United States, President Donald Trump. And it is such an honor to be here today at ASEAN, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. Since 1967, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 20 April, 2017 | Topics:
White House Statements
Today (April 20), Vice President Mike Pence participated in an interfaith dialogue with faith leaders of Islam, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, and Confucianism at the conclusion of his tour of the Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta, Indonesia. Vice President Pence expressed appreciation to Indonesia for its shared commitment to religious freedom and reaffirmed that the United States ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 20 April, 2017 | Topics:
White House Statements
| Tags: US Vice President
Today, Vice President Mike Pence met with Vice President Jusuf Kalla and Indonesian Cabinet Ministers in Jakarta, Indonesia. The Vice President reaffirmed the United States’ strong, enduring commitment to the Asia-Pacific region and the Strategic Partnership with Indonesia. Vice President Pence expressed appreciation to the Government of Indonesia for its commitment to tolerance and peace. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 20 April, 2017 | Topics:
White House Statements
| Tags: Mike Pence, US Vice President, VP in Asia
April 20, 2017 Remarks by the Vice President and Indonesian President Widodo to the Press Merdeka Palace Jakarta, Indonesia PRESIDENT WIDODO: (As translated.) It is an honor for Indonesia to welcome the visit of the Vice President of the United States, His Excellency Michael Richard Pence. This is my first meeting with the new administration ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 20 April, 2017 | Topics:
White House Statements
| Tags: US Vice President
Selamat pagi and thank you for the warm welcome; it is such a pleasure to be here at UIN today. Your school is one of the top educational institutions here in Indonesia and we certainly hope to see more of your students studying in the U.S., and American students studying here in the future. I ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 11 April, 2017 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
The visit of the Vice President to Jakarta reflects our continued commitment to the Strategic Partnership we have with Indonesia. His engagement with Indonesian leaders will serve to strengthen our Strategic Partnership through discussions centered on deepening our economic engagement, boosting our cooperation on shared regional security priorities, and increasing our people to people contact ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 April, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: Joseph R Donovan
From April 5-6, 2017, Ambassador Donovan visited Palembang in South Sumatra, accompanied by Consul Juha P. Salin. During the visit, the Ambassador emphasized the United States’ commitment to strengthening its economic partnership with Indonesia, specifically through increased business-to-business ties. His visit built upon previous bilateral trade engagements in partnership with the U.S. Foreign Commercial Services ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 April, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador
| Tags: Palembang
WASHINGTON, DC – Vice President Mike Pence will travel to the Republic of Korea, Japan, Indonesia, Australia, and Hawaii from April 15-25, 2017. This trip will serve as the Vice President’s first official travel to the Asia-Pacific region. During his trip, the Vice President will emphasize President Trump’s continued commitment to U.S. alliances and partnerships ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 April, 2017 | Topics:
White House Statements
| Tags: Mike Pence, US Vice President
JAKARTA – From March 27-31, 2017, fourteen senior level officials from Indonesia’s National Planning and Development Agency, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources and the National Electricity Company visited San Francisco and Sacramento, California to learn new ways to effectively plan and integrate renewable energy sources into Indonesia’s electricity grid. The Executive Exchange Program, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 April, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: USAID
JAKARTA – U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission, Brian McFeeters, together with the Minister of Research Technology & Higher Education, Muhammad Nasir, launched a 20-million US dollar research program for five (5) Centers for Collaboration Research (CCRs) in Indonesia. “The establishment of these CCRs will help to develop, foster, and sustain research in science, technology, and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 March, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: USAID
During his recent visit to Papua from March 8-11, Ambassador Donovan met with the Governor of Papua, the Acting Governor of West Papua, the Mayor of Sorong, and the Regent of Raja Ampat. He discussed education with students and faculty at the University of Muhammadiyah in Sorong and promotion of tolerance and diversity with religious ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 20 March, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador
| Tags: Papua
The U.S. Consular Agency in Bali will be temporarily closed to the public on Monday, March 20, 2017 due to an upcoming demonstration at or near the Consular Agency. Emergency services for U.S. citizens will remain available through the U.S. Consulate General in Surabaya. Routine services and appointments at the Consular Agency will resume ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 20 March, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. This replaces the Worldwide Caution dated September ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 10 March, 2017 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
From March 1-2 2017, the United States Ambassador to Indonesia, Joseph R. Donovan Jr. visited East Java, accompanied by Consul General Heather Variava. During this visit, he met with the Governor of East Java, Soekarwo, to discuss the Strategic Partnership between the United States and Indonesia, especially in East Java. Ambassador Donovan also briefly visited ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 March, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador
| Tags: East Java
Promoting human rights and democratic governance is a core element of U.S. foreign policy. These values form an essential foundation of stable, secure, and functioning societies. Standing up for human rights and democracy is not just a moral imperative but is in the best interests of the United States in making the world more stable ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 4 March, 2017 | Topics:
Official Reports
| Tags: Official Report
Denpasar – Representatives from the United States Agency for International Development and Walton Family Foundation signed a memorandum of understanding today at the Economist World Ocean Summit to improve Indonesia’s marine biodiversity conservation and fisheries management. At the signing, U.S. Ambassador Joseph R. Donovan Jr. said, “This is an exciting collaboration that we hope will ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 23 February, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: USAID
Selamat malam. Good evening. It is my great pleasure to be here today to open the EducationUSA Indonesia Fair in Jakarta. I am pleased to see so many enthusiastic prospective students who are interested in studying in the United States. I also want to warmly welcome all of the parents who are joining us this ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 February, 2017 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
The Indonesian government has declared a national holiday on Wednesday, February 15 to give Indonesian citizens the opportunity to vote in gubernatorial and other local elections in many areas of the country. Therefore, the Consular Sections at the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta and the U.S. Consulate General in Surabaya as well as the Consular Agency ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 February, 2017 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens
Selamat malam. Selamat datang di kediaman Amerika! Good evening. Welcome, ladies and gentlemen. This house has been the American Ambassador’s residence for years and it has been the site of many memorable events. But tonight may be a first for this very venerable house. Certainly for the first time in living memory, we are host ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 9 February, 2017 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
Thank you for that warm welcome – I am very excited to be here at Pesantren Daar El Qolam. I’m excited to be here because your pesantren has a fabulous reputation as an influential advocate of “Indonesian” Islam and tolerance that is admired around the world. Some of your classmates have participated in Southeast Asian ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 6 February, 2017 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
Just voted in November? Still traveling or living overseas? You should register and request your absentee ballot to vote again in 2017 to ensure your election office knows where to send your ballot for any upcoming special elections for federal office. Some states are also holding gubernatorial or other statewide elections this year. The Federal Voting Assistance ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 6 February, 2017 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens
| Tags: Voting
From January 18-19, Ambassador Donovan visited Surakarta (Solo). During his visit, he met with the Mayor of Solo, F.X. Hadi Rudyatmo, addressed students and teachers at Pesantren (Islamic boarding school) Modern As-Salam, visited a USAID-supported spice processing facility, and met with a recently returned intergovernmental IVLP group working on solid waste management, and was given ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 31 January, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador
| Tags: Surakarta
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 29, 2017 President Donald J. Trump Statement Regarding Recent Executive Order Concerning Extreme Vetting “America is a proud nation of immigrants and we will continue to show compassion to those fleeing oppression, but we will do so while protecting our own citizens and border. America has always been the land of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 30 January, 2017 | Topics:
White House Statements
MAKASSAR – The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission Director Erin McKee and U.S. Consul General in Surabaya Heather Variava visited education institutions in Makassar and Maros, South Sulawesi, today to see the impacts of USAID’s long-term partnership with the government of South Sulawesi, educational training institutions and schools to improve the quality ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 26 January, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: USAID
Over the past few weeks, and as recently as December 21, Indonesian security officials have disrupted multiple terror cells and arrested more than a dozen individuals suspected of planning attacks in Indonesia. While none of the targets mentioned include United States government or private facilities, the U.S. Embassy advises U.S. citizens to exercise a high ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 December, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
JAKARTA –Tropical Forest Conservation Act Kalimantan (TFCA Kalimantan), a partnership program among the United States Government, the Government of Indonesia, The Nature Conservancy (TNC), and the Yayasan World Wide Fund for Nature – Indonesia (WWF-I), approved 14 new grants worth $3.3 million to local Indonesian non-governmental organizations (NGOs). These NGOs will work with forest-dependent communities ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 December, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
Indonesian authorities and the U.S. Geological Survey report a magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck Indonesia’s Aceh Province in Northwest Sumatra at a depth of approximately five miles at about 5:03 a.m. local time on December 7. The epicenter of the earthquake was located approximately 12 miles southeast of Aceh’s Sigli town in Pidie Jaya Regency. Indonesian ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 December, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
Indonesian media reports and government officials indicate that a number of organizations will hold a large-scale “mass prayer gathering” in central Jakarta at the National Monument (MONAS) on Friday, December 2, 2016. There is a possibility of smaller related gatherings in other cities throughout Indonesia. The Indonesian government has announced that the Indonesian National Police ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 December, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: Emergency, Security
Meet Joseph R. Donovan Jr. the incoming U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia.
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 November, 2016 | Topics:
News
International Student Enrollment in the U.S. Tops One Million for the First Time Students from Indonesia Increased by 6.6% to 8,727 November 14, 2016 – The 2016 Open Doors Report on International Educational Exchange, released today, indicates that the number of international students at U.S. colleges and universities surpassed one million for the first time ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 November, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
DEADLINE: JANUARY 10, 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta is now accepting project proposals for the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2017 Competition. Proposals must include all items as noted in paragraph # 9. Incomplete proposals will not be considered. All proposals must be submitted by e-mail to
RahardjoCB@state.gov and
SchinnererK@state.gov The deadline for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 November, 2016 | Topics:
News
Manado, Indonesia – Chargé d’Affaires Brian McFeeters, Consul General Heather Variava, and marine scientists and professors from Sam Ratulangi University, participated in a follow-on event to the 2016 Our Ocean conference at Bunaken National Marine Park on November 1. There they viewed the rich marine diversity of Bunaken and learned about Indonesia’s efforts to preserve ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 November, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
Indonesian media reports indicate that a number of organizations have called for large-scale protests in central Jakarta and other major cities in Indonesia on Friday, November 4. The Indonesian government has announced that the Indonesian National Police and military (TNI) will be present to provide security for these events. The protests are expected to begin ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 November, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: Emergency, Security
SIEM RIEP, November 1, 2016 – The United States and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) awarded first place of the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) World of Food Innovation Challenge to a team of three Indonesian students from Gadjah Mada University. The team’s MINO Microbubble Generator technology increases oxygen in water and as a result, enlarges tilapia fish size by 40 percent, improving fish survival rate by nine percent, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 November, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
Manado, Indonesia – Service members from both the United States Marine Corps and Indonesian Air Forces participated in an opening ceremony to mark the beginning of the ten day Cope West joint training exercise between the two militaries in Manado, Indonesia. The inauguration of Cope West marks the first time in 19 years that the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 November, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available outside the United States. The majority of states require voted ballots to reach local election officials by the close of polls on Tuesday, November 8. U.S. citizens who want to participate in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 12 October, 2016 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens
| Tags: Voting
The Department of State administers the Congressionally-mandated Diversity Immigrant Visa Program annually. Section 203(c) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) provides for a class of immigrants known as “diversity immigrants” from countries with historically low rates of immigration to the United States, including Indonesia. For Fiscal Year 2018, 50,000 Diversity Visas (DVs) will be ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 6 October, 2016 | Topics:
News
JAKARTA – The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) announced that a youth team from Gadjah Mada University was chosen as one of the three finalists in the YSEALI World of Food Innovation Challenge, which seeks technology solutions for challenges in agriculture, aquaculture, and fisheries. MINO Microbubbles ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 4 October, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: USAID
JAKARTA – The U.S Agency for International Development (USAID) will offer funding through its Partnerships for Enhanced Engagement in Research (PEER) program for Indonesian scientists to conduct joint research with U.S. scientists. USAID is especially soliciting research proposals in two topics: (1) strengthening science, technology, engineering and math education at both secondary and university levels; ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 October, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: USAID
The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta informs U.S. citizens that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued Travel Guidance for Indonesia regarding the risk of
Zika virus infection. Zika virus is
endemic . The risk of Zika to travelers, especially pregnant women, in endemic countries is likely lower (but not zero) than in areas where Zika ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 30 September, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: Emergency, Security
Beginning November 1, you must remove your eyeglasses for U.S. passport and visa photos. We are changing our policy to enhance the security of the application process and verify your identify faster. We want to ensure you have fewer delays in the application process. Last year, more than 200,000 passport customers submitted poor quality photos which we ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 29 September, 2016 | Topics:
U.S. Citizen Services
Please drop off your completed, postage-paid ballot at the American Embassy anytime at the Visa Visitor Entrance of the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta. We will postmark ballots on the same day we receive them if received before 4 PM and mail them through the Diplomatic Pouch.
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 26 September, 2016 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens
| Tags: Voting
Jakarta – The United States and the Indonesian Ministry of Research, Technology, and Higher Education (RISTEK DIKTI) held an event today to celebrate advancements in higher education in Indonesia over the past five years. Approximately 150 people attended the event including honored guests RISTEK DIKTI Directorate General of Institutional Development Dr. Patdono Suwignjo, United States ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 September, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: education, USAID
In order to vote in the November 2016 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a
Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2016. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, you must complete an FPCA each year to participate in elections as an overseas absentee voter. You can ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 September, 2016 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens
| Tags: Election, Voting
As part of the State Department’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about relevant events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world. Current information suggests that terrorist groups continue to plan attacks in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 September, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: Emergency, Security
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) announced approximately $1 million in grants through the Partnerships for Enhanced Engagement in Research (PEER) program for six research partnerships between Indonesian and American scientists. The research will address research questions in topics such as climate change mitigation, infectious disease, and science education. “The United States is proud ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 6 September, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
PADANG, Indonesia (Aug. 31, 2016) Pacific Partnership 2016, embarked aboard hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19), departed its fifth and final mission stop, Padang, Indonesia, Aug. 31, completing two weeks of humanitarian assistance disaster response collaboration and training, medical and engineering subject matter expert exchanges, cooperative health engagements and community relation events. This year marks ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 31 August, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: Community, Disaster Management, Pacific Partnership, Peace and Security
The Indonesian Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (MMAF) and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) have partnered to bring a team of seven experts from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to provide training from August 22-26 to Indonesian officials from the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries, Customs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 30 August, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: USAID
In view of recent worldwide security incidents, the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta reminds U.S. citizens of the need for caution and awareness of personal security. In the past, extremist groups have planned their attacks or expressed a desire to attack to coincide with significant dates or events. This includes national holidays such as Indonesian Independence ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 August, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: Emergency, Security
Dear Mr. President: On behalf of the United States of America, please accept my congratulations to you and the people of Indonesia on the 71st anniversary of Indonesian independence this August 17. The strong bond of friendship between our two democracies is a point of pride for both our nations. The U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership, which ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 August, 2016 | Topics:
White House Statements
| Tags: Independence Day, POTUS, President Obama
On behalf of President Obama and the American people, it is with great pleasure that I send my sincerest regards to the people of Indonesia on the 71st anniversary of your independence this August 17. Deeply rooted in the democratic values and respect for civil society that our peoples share, the ties between our nations ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 August, 2016 | Topics:
News
| Tags: Secretary Kerry
The constitution guarantees freedom of religion and the right to worship according to one’s own beliefs, but states that citizens must accept restrictions established by law to protect the rights of others and to satisfy “just demands based upon considerations of morality, religious values, security and public order in a democratic society.” The law restricts ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 11 August, 2016 | Topics:
Official Reports
| Tags: International Religious Freedom, Official Report
Chargé d’Affaires Brian McFeeters, Secretary General of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights Dr. Bambang Sariwanto, Head of the National Law Development of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights Agency Dr. Enny Nurbaningsih, National Commission on Anti-violence against Women Commissioner Indri Suparno, and other officials attend the launch of the USAID and The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 10 August, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: MAJU, USAID
Remarks by Ambassador Blake on “The U.S. and Indonesia: a Strategic Partnership of Promise and Opportunity” at the Foreign Policy Community of Indonesia (FPCI), Jakarta The U.S. and Indonesia: a Strategic Partnership of Promise and Opportunity Ambassador Djalal, distinguished guests and friends, it is my great pleasure to be here with all of you today, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 18 July, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
JAKARTA, Indonesia – In an important symbol of America’s commitment to an enduring Strategic Partnership with Indonesia, U.S. Ambassador Robert O. Blake today along with US Ambassador to ASEAN Nina Hachigian and Director-General for Protocol and Consular Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Andri Hadi marked the completion of the initial structural phase of the new ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 July, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary July 13, 2016 President Obama said, “I am confident that these experienced and hardworking individuals will help us tackle the important challenges facing America, and I am grateful for their service. I look forward to working with them.” President Obama announced his intent to nominate the following ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 13 July, 2016 | Topics:
White House Statements
| Tags: Ambassador, POTUS, President Barack Obama
Press Statement John Kirby Assistant Secretary and Department Spokesperson, Bureau of Public Affairs Washington, DC July 12, 2016 The decision today by the Tribunal in the Philippines-China arbitration is an important contribution to the shared goal of a peaceful resolution to disputes in the South China Sea. We are still studying the decision and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 12 July, 2016 | Topics:
News
| Tags: South China Sea, Statements
On the joyful occasion of Idul Fitri, Teresa and I convey our warmest wishes to Muslims across the world. This holiday marks the end of Ramadan, a season full of acts of devotion, reflection, charity, service, community meals and family gatherings. Eid is a time when Muslims celebrate their inner growth from the sacrifices made ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 11 July, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Secretary Kerry
Indonesia is a major source and, to a much lesser extent, destination and transit country for women, men, and INDONESIA children subjected to forced labor and sex trafficking. Each of its 34 provinces is a source and destination of trafficking. For complete report, please click
here .
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 July, 2016 | Topics:
Official Reports
| Tags: Official Report
AMBASSADOR COPPEDGE: Thank you, everyone, for being here today. That was quite a reception, and on behalf of the heroes and the Secretary, thank you for that. Just some brief notes on our program: The Secretary is going to make some remarks. We’re going to honor our wonderful heroes this year. We have nine heroes from ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 July, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Secretary Kerry
With the start of Ramadan, the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta would like to remind all U.S. citizens residing in, or traveling to Indonesia that over the course of this month, particularly during the days leading up to Idul-Fitri on July 6-7, 2016, the Embassy routinely receives reports of a noticeable spike in petty crime. Please ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 17 June, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: Emergency, Security
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at Hatta-Sjahrir Marine Sciences and Fisheries College, Banda Distinguished delegates, representatives, and students – thank you for inviting me to Hatta-Sjahrir Marine Sciences and Fisheries College today. One of our most important objectives in Indonesia is to expand our education cooperation, catalyze partnerships between U.S. and Indonesian universities, and encourage more ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 10 June, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
On behalf of the United States Department of State, Teresa and I wish Muslims in the United States and around the world a happy and blessed Ramadan. Ramadan is a cherished month in Islam. It is a sacred period of prayer and fasting, offering hospitality, and remembering those who are less fortunate. Through our embassies ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 6 June, 2016 | Topics:
News
| Tags: Ramadan, Secretary Kerry
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at a Discussion on the Impact of Poor Air Quality at @america, Jakarta Good afternoon. Thank you all for joining us today at this important event on the topic of our health and the air we breathe. Special thanks to our speakers: Sharad Adhikary, World Health Organization Indonesia Dr. Sonny Priajaya ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 June, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
Indonesia-U.S. Aviation Working Group Seminar “Enhancing Indonesia-U.S. Aviation Cooperation” Indonesia-U.S. AWG Seminar to Mark One-Year of Aviation Cooperation JAKARTA, Indonesia – The Indonesia-U.S. Aviation Working Group (AWG) seminar today marks the one-year anniversary of successful U.S.-Indonesia cooperation on aviation. Since its establishment with the MOU signing between Minister of Transportation Ignasius Jonan and Ambassador Blake ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 June, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at the U.S. – Indonesia Aviation Working Group, Jakarta. Minister Jonan Ignasius, Director General Suprasetyo, Indonesian aviation officials and stakeholders, and of course our U.S. company representatives. I am delighted to be be here today. As we approach the one year anniversary of our first U.S.-Indonesia Aviation Working Group event, I ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 June, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
Ambassador Blake led a cooking demonstration on May 31 at the Sea Breeze restaurant in Jakarta promoting US dates, apples, walnuts, potatoes, beef, citrus, and prunes in advance of the Ramadan season. Working alongside an Indonesian chef, the Ambassador prepared several traditional Indonesian dishes using American ingredients, creating fusion cuisine that could be prepared at ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 June, 2016 | Topics:
News
| Tags: Ambassador
Central government as well as East Java and West Java government officials joined the Ambassador June 1 to swear-in 68 new Peace Corps Volunteers in Kediri, the largest batch of volunteers in Indonesia to date. The Ambassador deputized the volunteers to be US ambassadors to their host communities, building personal ties between the United States ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 June, 2016 | Topics:
News, Surabaya
| Tags: Ambassador, education, Volunteerism
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at Peace Corps Swearing In, Kediri, East Java. Ibu Suharto from the Ministry of Education and Culture, Representatives from Kediri and from STAIN Kediri, Peace Corps Country Director Nina Favor, Surabaya CG Heather Variava, Volunteers, ladies and gentlemen, Selamat pagi! I am really delighted to be here to be able to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 June, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at the Celebration of the 240th Anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America, Jakarta Coordinating Minister Pandjaitan, Coordinating Minister Ramli, Minister Rudiantara, Minister Pudjiastuti, Minister Husin, Minister Lembong, my wonderful fellow Ambassador Nina Hachigian, fellow Americans, friends, welcome to America’s Independence Day celebration! This year’s theme is “working ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 27 May, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
Traveling to South Sumatra, Ambassador Blake joined Consulate Medan staff in holding its first-ever Independence Day Celebration outside of Medan. The flagship May 24 event in Palembang, South Sumatra was headlined by the US Navy Band Orient Express and co-hosted by South Sumatra Province and its Governor Alex Noerdin. The Ambassador noted in his remarks ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 26 May, 2016 | Topics:
Ambassador
| Tags: Ambassador, Business, education
Remarks by President Obama in YSEALI Town Hall, GEM Convention Center, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam PRESIDENT OBAMA: Thank you! (Applause.) Thank you so much. Everybody, please have a seat. Thank you very much. Xin chào. (Applause.) Thank you, Tu, for the excellent introduction and your outstanding work to help more young people in Vietnam ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 26 May, 2016 | Topics:
White House Statements
| Tags: education, POTUS
Remarks by President Obama in Address to the People of Vietnam National Convention Center Hanoi, Vietnam 12:11 P.M. ICT PRESIDENT OBAMA: Xin chào! (Applause.) Xin chào Vietnam! (Applause.) Thank you. Thank you so much. To the government and the people of Vietnam, thank you for this very warm welcome and the hospitality that you have ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 May, 2016 | Topics:
White House Statements
| Tags: POTUS
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at Spirit of Cooperation Event, Residence of the Governor of South Sumatra Governor Noerdin, Governors of other Sumatran Provinces, other distinguished guests, welcome to this celebration of Cooperation between the United States of America and Sumatra! While our Consulate is in Medan, the title of this event says it all. It ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 May, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
On May 24, Deputy Chief of Mission Brian McFeeters participated in a hand-over ceremony with the Director General of Basic Education at the Ministry of Education and Culture, symbolizing the provision of over eight million leveled reading books as part of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) PRIORITAS program. In turn, the Director General ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 24 May, 2016 | Topics:
News
| Tags: USAID
Remarks by Ambassador Blake on the Environment at Sekolah Menengah Umum, Sumatra Selatan Governor Noerdin, principal, faculty, students, ladies and gentlemen. It is a pleasure to be here at Sekolah Menengah Umum, Sumatra Selatan. Thank you for your kind invitation to talk to you today about the importance of protecting our environment. If I have ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 24 May, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
On May 20, Ambassador Blake appeared with rising Muslim pop star Harris J to highlight their upcoming sinetron appearance on national TV station RCTI (estimated viewership of 30 million) during Ramadan. DNA Productions and Warner Music Indonesia representatives also discussed the collaborative effort that brought internet star Harris J (a UK citizen signed by US-based ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 23 May, 2016 | Topics:
News
| Tags: Ambassador
On May 18, USAID’s Program to Extend Scholarships to Achieve Sustainable Impacts (PRESTASI) held a ceremony to mark the successful completion of English-language, leadership, and statistics training for 37 Indonesians who will pursue a master’s degree in the US in the 2016 academic year. After completion of their degree, the scholars will return to Indonesia ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 19 May, 2016 | Topics:
News
| Tags: education, USAID
On May 4, the Embassy wrapped up a five-week challenging MOOC (massive open online course) at @america titled The Psychology of Political Activism: Women Changing the World, from Coursera and Smith College. During the course, Indonesian participants engaged in in-depth discussions on political activism in the US by examining the lives of nine prominent women ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 11 May, 2016 | Topics:
News
| Tags: @America
The U.S. Embassy has been notified that large-scale demonstrations are scheduled to occur tomorrow, May 1, 2016, starting at approximately 8:00 a.m. and lasting until 5:00 p.m. and possibly later. At this time, the following locations have been identified as locations where these protests will likely occur: vicinity around U.S. Embassy, Indosat, Monas Park (East Side), Horse Statue Roundabout, Hotel Indonesia ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 May, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of the Treasury today announced that Acting Under Secretary for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence Adam J. Szubin will visit Jakarta, Indonesia, Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya, Malaysia, and Singapore on May 2-5, 2016. During his trip, Acting Under Secretary Szubin will discuss anti-money laundering/countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) efforts with senior ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 30 April, 2016 | Topics:
News
| Tags: Treasurey Dept
Deputy Chief of Mission Brian McFeeters introduced an April 29 @america event that launched two new handbooks to help trafficking victims in Indonesia. The handbooks were produced by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the NEXUS Institute with the support of the U.S. Department of State and in cooperation with a number of Government ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 29 April, 2016 | Topics:
News
| Tags: Ambassador
On April 28, Deputy Chief of Mission Brian McFeeters, along with a representative from the Government of Indonesia’s Scholarship Division of LPDP (Lembaga Pengelola Dana Pendidikan), emphasized the benefits of studying in the U.S., highlighted the many free resources available through EducationUSA and congratulated all the LPDP awardees at a “Study in the US” event ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 28 April, 2016 | Topics:
News
| Tags: Deputy Chief of Mission
On April 26, Ambassador Blake along with government representatives, city officials, the Cikini hospital, and the Center for Architecture Documentation (PDA) turned over research and documentation, completed this past year, of the Raden Saleh Mansion. The research was made possible through a 2015 U.S. Embassy grant for USD 22,224. The ceremony showcased U.S. support for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 27 April, 2016 | Topics:
News
| Tags: Ambassador
On April 26, Ambassador Blake kicked off a workshop at @america, “Filmmaking Smarthack: Making Online Videos with your Smartphone,” with local partners Layaria and the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) for approximately 80 young Indonesians in celebration of World Intellectual Property Day. In his remarks, the Ambassador stressed the importance of protecting intellectual property ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 26 April, 2016 | Topics:
News
| Tags: Ambassador
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at the Raden Saleh Mansion, Jakarta Selamat pagi. It is with great pleasure that I’m able to be here this morning with all of you, especially: Mr. Hari Widianto, Ministry of Education and Culture Dr. Alexander Ginting, Cikini Hospital Mr. Catur Laswanto, Head of Tourism and Culture Agency, Jakarta Provincial Government ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 26 April, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
On April 24, nearly 1,000 girls in four cities across Indonesia participated in 5K “fun runs” in a culmination of 6 months of training delivered by three different implementing partners. Part an effort to increase girls’ participation in sports via the easily accessible sport of running in all four cities, in Surabaya U.S. Consul General ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 April, 2016 | Topics:
News
| Tags: Ambassador
From April 23-25, Ambassador Blake traveled to East Kalimantan to visit Balikpapan and Samarinda. Over the course of his two day visit he met with members of civil society, local businesses, municipal government representatives, U.S. alumni, and high school and university students. On April 24 in Balikpapan, Ambassador Blake joined a running event with approximately ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 April, 2016 | Topics:
Ambassador
| Tags: Ambassador
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at the IPMI International Business School’s American Culture Month, Jakarta Good morning. It is my great pleasure to be back here at IPMI International Business School’s American Culture Month. Thank you to IPMI, especially Jimmy Gani and Dana Afriza, for all of your efforts in putting the American culture month together. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 23 April, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
Ambassador Blake hosted an April 20 @america event that highlighted last year’s rescue of over 1,500 fishermen trafficked onto foreign fishing vessels and forced to work as slave labor in Indonesian waters. Associated Press (AP) journalist Margie Mason described the investigation that led her to break the Pulitzer Prize-winning story. Mason explained how she located ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 April, 2016 | Topics:
News
| Tags: Ambassador
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at Launch of HELP App, @America, Jakarta Selamat Siang. Selamat Hari Kartini. It is very fitting that we gather today to talk about an extraordinary project that exists to help women. We know Ibu Kartini was progressive for her time and that she recognized how critical education and increased access to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 April, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
The U.S. Department of State has updated the Country Specific Information for Indonesia, which may be found at:
https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/country/indonesia.html . Please note the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta and the Consulate General in Surabaya will be closed on May 5 and 6 for Indonesian holidays and on May 30 for the Memorial Day holiday. For additional travel ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 20 April, 2016 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens
| Tags: Security, Travel
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at Rescuing Trafficked Fishermen in Eastern Indonesia event, @America, Jakarta Welcome to @america and thank you all very much for coming today. I would like to give a special thank you to Dr. Yunus Husein from the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries, who is representing Minister Susi Pudjiastuti, who could ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 20 April, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
| Tags: Ambassador
The U.S. Department of State has updated the Country Specific Information for Indonesia, which may be found at:
https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/country/indonesia.html . Please note the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta and the Consulate General in Surabaya will be closed on May 5 and 6 for Indonesian holidays and on May 30 for the Memorial Day holiday. For additional travel ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 20 April, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
Ambassador Blake met on April 18 with youth members of the environmental group Bye Bye Plastic Bags (BBPB), led by Melati and Isabel Wisjen, to receive updates on their work and to hear the status of Bali’s efforts to rid Bali of plastic bags. Melati and Isabel, both students at Bali’s Green School, founded Bye ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 19 April, 2016 | Topics:
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Remarks by Ambassador Blake on “Foreign Policy in the Jokowi Administration” at the Jakarta Foreign Correspondents Club My fellow panelists, Members of the Jakarta Foreign Correspondents Club, distinguished guests Thank you for the invitation to join this panel and provide the United States’ perspective on foreign policy in the Jokowi administration. When President Jokowi was ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 18 April, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
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SECRETARY KERRY: Mike, thank you very, very much. Thanks, more importantly, for your extraordinary leadership over the years. I think everybody here knows that Mike Bloomberg has been a pioneer on so many different things, critical issues, and concepts – a great business person and entrepreneur of extraordinary capacity. And he has proven his leadership qualities many ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 April, 2016 | Topics:
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Remarks by Ambassador Blake at Launch of Phase 2 of Millennium Challenge Corporation’s Procurement Modernization Project Minister of Public Works Hadimuljono Bappenas Deputy Minister of Foreign Funding Wismana Suryabrata; Governors of Central Kalimantan, Maluku, and Gorontalo; Assembled Bupatis and Walikota; The Head of LKPP, Agus Prabowo; Our moderator Pak Reifeldi, Human Development Director at LKPP; ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 April, 2016 | Topics:
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Deputy Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to Tokyo, Seoul, Hanoi, and Jakarta to participate in the third round of U.S.-Japan-Republic of Korea (ROK) Deputy-level trilateral consultations and discuss a range of regional and global issues with allies and partners in the region, April 17-22. In Tokyo April 17-19, Deputy Secretary Blinken will meet ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 April, 2016 | Topics:
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SECRETARY KERRY: Good afternoon, everybody. Thanks for being here. I’m going to make a statement and I have to run from here to an NSC meeting on a number of issues, so forgive me if I dash out of here. I’m not trying to avoid you, but Tom will take some questions and I think John’s ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 April, 2016 | Topics:
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Yogyakarta, Indonesia – The United States and Indonesia met on April 11-12 under their bilateral Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA) to discuss ways to boost trade and investment between them. These discussions built on exchanges between the United States and Indonesia at the ASEAN Leaders Summit and the ASEAN Economic Ministers Roadshow in February, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 13 April, 2016 | Topics:
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| Tags: Investment, Trade
SECRETARY KERRY: Mickey, thank you very, very much. I remember you when you were six foot four and blond, and I’m not sure what you are now, but we all get cut down to size in this business. (Laughter.) I have to tell you all, first of all, what a great privilege it is to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 13 April, 2016 | Topics:
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Traveling to Padang on April 12, Ambassador Blake and Pacific Fleet Commander Admiral Scott H. Swift attended the fleet review and opening of Operation Komodo, a multinational military exercise held every two years. One of the newer US destroyers, the USS Stockdale (2008), joined the exercise, along with a brand new and highly sophisticated P-8 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 12 April, 2016 | Topics:
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On April 11, Ambassador Blake paid a visit to Gadjah Mada University in Yogyakarta to meet with the Rector and her staff and to deliver a lecture to business and international relations students on trade and the development of Indonesia’s digital economy. After the Ambassador delivered his remarks the students asked a number of questions ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 11 April, 2016 | Topics:
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Remarks by Ambassador Blaka at Trade and Indonesia’s Emerging Digital Economy, Gadjah Mada University, Yogyakarta Rector Rika, Dr. Made Arsana, thank you for the invitation to speak today. It is a pleasure to be here at UGM, one of Indonesia’s finest universities. I am here in Yogyakarta today because our two governments are meeting under ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 11 April, 2016 | Topics:
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As Prepared for Delivery Thank you, Ambassador Merrill, for that kind introduction. Mr. Vice President, thank you for joining us this evening. I appreciate the work that the United States-Indonesia Society and everyone here tonight does to maintain and deepen the close relationship between the United States and Indonesia. We need the continued advice, energy ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 11 April, 2016 | Topics:
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On the morning of April 6, Ambassador Blake hosted a group of high school students from Insan Cendekia Madani, a boarding school in the Greater Jakarta area. The ten students and one teacher are headed on a two-month exchange program through Imam Shamsi Ali’s Nusantara Foundation. The foundation’s work seeks to assist with the integration ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 April, 2016 | Topics:
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Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) CEO Elizabeth Littlefield and UPC Renewables Chairman Brian Caffyn signed a letter of cooperation for UPC’s Sidrap project at PLN headquarters on April 7, witnessed by Ambassador Blake, PLN CEO Sofyan Basir, and Indonesian government officials from the Ministry of Energy, Minerals, and Natural Resources and Investment Coordination Board. UPC ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 April, 2016 | Topics:
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Jakarta –Part of the annual DanceMotion USA program that brings American contemporary dance to audiences worldwide, Dance Heginbotham visited Jakarta, Jailolo of North Maluku, and Yogyakarta March 21 – April 8, 2016 and strengthened the people-to-people relationships between the United States and Indonesia. In Jakarta, Dance Heginbotham held choreography composition classes, dance workshops, and a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 April, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
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Remarks by Ambassador Blake at East Bali Cashews ACE Celebration at @america, Jakarta Welcome to @america! We are here today to celebrate the success of East Bali Cashews and their winning of the U.S. Secretary of State’s Award for Corporate Excellence for a small or medium enterprise. They received the award on March 1st in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 April, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
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On April 5, Ambassador Blake hosted at @america an event to honor East Bali Cashews as the recipient of the 2015 Secretary’s Award for Corporate Excellence in the category of Small and Medium enterprises. East Bali Cashews was founded by American social entrepreneur Aaron Fishman in 2012 and now employees about 350 villagers in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 April, 2016 | Topics:
News
At the 2016 Nuclear Security Summit, the United States and Indonesia announced that all fresh (unirradiated) highly enriched uranium (HEU) has been downblended to low enriched uranium (LEU). The two countries intend to continue their joint effort to eliminate all remaining HEU in Indonesia by September 2016, in furtherance of President Obama and President Jokowi’s ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 April, 2016 | Topics:
Fact Sheets
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Jakarta – A U.S. Congressional delegation arrived in Indonesia on March 26 and held substantive meetings with senior Indonesian government and legislative leaders on March 28-29. The U.S. delegation–Representative Matt Salmon from Arizona along with Representative Cynthia Lummis from Wyoming—held discussions on TPP, regional security, counterterrorism cooperation, and other priorities. The delegation met with high-level ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 April, 2016 | Topics:
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SECRETARY KERRY: Good morning, everybody, and welcome. And Cathy, thank you so much for the spectacular job that you are doing. I can’t think of anybody better suited to work on the State Department’s top priorities, and Cathy is really offering extraordinary leadership, encouraging every embassy, every consulate, every bureau, every Foreign Service and civil ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 30 March, 2016 | Topics:
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JAKARTA – On World Tuberculosis Day (March 24, 2016), U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake launched a new Public Service Announcement (PSA) video at @america, encouraging Indonesians to get tested and treated for tuberculosis (TB) if they have a persistent cough. The video prominently features Indonesian rock band Slank who gave a surprise performance at the @america ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 24 March, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
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John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC Today’s abhorrent attacks in Brussels are an assault against the Belgian people and the very heart of Europe. Our thoughts are with all those in Brussels, including the injured and the loved ones of those who were killed, and with the first responders and security personnel who are ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 23 March, 2016 | Topics:
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Remarks by Ambassador Blake at Sixth Ministerial Conference of the Bali Process, Bali Distinguished Delegates, On behalf of the United States, I would like to thank our Co-Chairs, Indonesia and Australia, for organizing this Sixth Ministerial Conference of the Bali Process and complement our hosts on providing us with a forum for a truly substantive ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 23 March, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
This emergency message is being issued to advise all U.S. citizens in Jakarta to avoid taking any taxi service or public transportation, and avoid the demonstration areas until the situation becomes clearer. The Embassy has received reports that several U.S. citizens have been forced to exit Blue Bird taxis after being confronted by taxi drivers ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 March, 2016 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens
| Tags: Demonstrations, Security
This emergency message is being issued to advise all U.S. citizens in Jakarta to avoid taking any taxi service or public transportation, and avoid the demonstration areas until the situation becomes clearer. The Embassy has received reports that several U.S. citizens have been forced to exit Blue Bird taxis after being confronted by taxi drivers ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 March, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at East Java Governor’s Office, Surabaya Governor Soewarko and distinguished delegates, I am delightful to be here in East Java with a delegation of US businesses. This is the 6th of these that I have led. We have also had the opportunity to have delegations visit Medan, Balikpapan, Batam, Jogjakarta, and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 March, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at “Experiencing Islam in America: Women” at @america, Jakarta Welcome to @america. I want to thank our distinguished speakers for being here today: The Executive Director of the Habibie Center, Rahimah Abdulrahim, Vice Rector of Sunan Kalijaga State Islamic University and OIC Human Rights Commission head Siti Ruhaini Dzuhayatin and author ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 March, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
The United States is concerned over Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir’s travel to Indonesia for the OIC summit. President Bashir has been charged by the International Criminal Court (ICC) with war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide, and warrants for his arrest remain outstanding. While the United States is not a party to the Rome Statute, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 March, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at Inaugural Workshop on the Fire Free Village, Jakarta Special Envoy Witoelar; President Director Bayu Krisnamurthi Pak Anderson Tanoto; Pak Tony Wenas Conference participants I am honored to join this inaugural workshop on the Fire Free Village model. A problem as big as forest and land fires requires solutions from all ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 29 February, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
We are shocked and disappointed by the decision announced by the Supreme Court to sentence two international school teachers. In August 2015, the Indonesian High Court found that there was not sufficient evidence to support the teachers’ conviction. It is not clear what evidence the Supreme Court used to overturn the High Court’s decision. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 February, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
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Remarks by President Obama on Plan to Close the Prison at Guantanamo Bay Roosevelt Room 10:30 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Good morning, everybody. In our fight against terrorists like al Qaeda and ISIL, we are using every element of our national power — our military; intelligence; diplomacy; homeland security; law enforcement, federal, state and local; ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 February, 2016 | Topics:
White House Statements
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) PRESTASI scholarship program is now accepting applications from Indonesian public servants and other accomplished professionals interested in attaining postgraduate degrees in the United States or Indonesia. Scholarship opportunities are available for Indonesians interested in pursuing degrees in the fields of public policy, economics, political science, public administration, environment, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 23 February, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at EducationUSA Fair, Jakarta Good afternoon. It is my great pleasure to be here today to open the first of three EducationUSA Indonesia Fairs, which is part of the larger EducationUSA Fair tour through Southeast Asia. Tomorrow the fair will continue to Surabaya and then to Medan on Thursday. I am ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 February, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
The United States announced today the second annual ASEAN-U.S. Science Prize for Women supported by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the U.S. Mission to ASEAN and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), in partnership with UL. By 2035, ASEAN’s energy needs are projected to more than double to meet the region’s targeted ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 19 February, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at Summit of the Governors’ Climate and Forests (GCF) Task Force Governor Cornelis, distinguished guests, I appreciate the opportunity to join your discussion of the work plan of the Governors’ Climate and Forest Task Force and share how we can help achieve your ambitious targets to reduce deforestation. I have just ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 18 February, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
From February 16-17, 2016, Ambassador Blake visited Pontianak, West Kalimantan and participated in a variety of events with local government, students, and members of civil society. Shortly after arriving in town on February 16, the Ambassador had lunch with local members of USG-funded exchange programs, then traveled to UNTAN where he visited the American Corner ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 17 February, 2016 | Topics:
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Sunnylands, California February 15-16, 2016 We the Heads of State/Government of the Member States of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the United States of America gathered in Sunnylands, California, on February 15-16, 2016, for a Special Leaders Summit. This Special U.S.-ASEAN Leaders Summit was the first ever to be held in the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 17 February, 2016 | Topics:
White House Statements
Remarks by President Obama at U.S.-ASEAN Summit Press Conference Sunnylands Center The Annenberg Retreat at Sunnylands Rancho Mirage, California 1:52 P.M. PST PRESIDENT OBAMA: Good afternoon, everyone. Let me begin by thanking the Annenberg Foundation Trust, and everyone here at beautiful Sunnylands and the people of Rancho Mirage for their incredible hospitality these past two ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 17 February, 2016 | Topics:
White House Statements
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at the 4th Anniversary of American Corner at University of Tanjungpura, West Kalimantan Rector Thamrin Usman, Governor Cornelis, vice rectors, faculty, government leaders, students, and friends. I am delighted to join you today to open the “Kampung America-Indonesia” event in order to celebrate the 4th anniversary of the American Corner at ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 February, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
Daniel R. Russel Assistant Secretary, Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs Washington, DC 2:30 P.M. EDT THE WASHINGTON FOREIGN PRESS CENTER, WASHINGTON, D.C. MODERATOR: Okay, good afternoon and welcome back to the Foreign Press Center. Very pleased today to host a preview of the U.S.-ASEAN Summit coming up, and I’m very pleased to introduce our two ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 12 February, 2016 | Topics:
News
Remarks By Ambassador Blake on Innovation and the Digital Economy, University of Indonesia, Depok Good morning everyone. It is a pleasure to be back here at this wonderful institution. Your university has much to be proud of – bright students, passionate instructors, and even bragging rights for hosting President Obama in November 2010! I want ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 9 February, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
Remarks by the President at Islamic Society of Baltimore Baltimore, Maryland 1:04 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Well, good afternoon. And, Sabah, thank you for the wonderful introduction and for your example — your devotion to your faith and your education, and your service to others. You’re an inspiration. You’re going to be a fantastic doctor. And ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 4 February, 2016 | Topics:
White House Statements
Today at the Ministry of Environment and Forestry-sponsored “Climate Festival” U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake expressed his government’s strong support for Indonesia’s climate change goals and announced two new projects aimed at bolstering the work of the newly formed Peatland Restoration Agency. The two projects, funded under the Millennium Challenge Corporation’s Compact with Indonesia, will help ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 February, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
John Kerry Secretary of State State Department Washington, DC SECRETARY KERRY: For almost five years, the world has watched in horror as Syria has disintegrated into a brutal conflict, killing hundreds of thousands and displacing millions both within and outside the country. Syria today is an unfolding humanitarian catastrophe, unmatched since World War II. In recent ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 February, 2016 | Topics:
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Remarks by Ambassador Blake for Panel Discussion “What’s Next After Paris Agreement”, Jakarta Minister Siti Nurbaya Bakar and other distinguished guests I appreciate the opportunity to share our perspective on the Paris Agreement and what comes next. Assessing the Paris Agreement The U.S. enthusiastically welcomed the Paris Agreement, which was a very high priority for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 February, 2016 | Topics:
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Following the terrorist attack in Jakarta on January 14, 2016, the U.S. Embassy would like to remind U.S. citizens traveling to or residing in Indonesia to exercise a high degree of caution because of the ongoing threat of extremist violence throughout Indonesia. We advise U.S. citizens to remain aware of their surroundings at popular tourist ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 29 January, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
From January 25-26, 14 journalists and six activists from Ambon participated in the U.S. Embassy-sponsored “Journalist Empowerment Workshop: Gender Issues in Eastern Indonesia”. Participants further developed their understanding of gender issues, received instruction on how to report and write more comparative and constructive articles about gender-sensitive issues, and analyzed issues and discussed ways to promote ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 28 January, 2016 | Topics:
News
The U.S. Department of State Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs is pleased to announce ten finalists for the 2015 Secretary of State’s Award for Corporate Excellence (ACE). The Secretary of State has awarded the ACE each year since 1999, in order to recognize American companies that are leaders in responsible business conduct worldwide. Each ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 28 January, 2016 | Topics:
News
On January 27, Ambassador Blake hosted an event at @america to showcase efforts to combat Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing, highlighting U.S.-Indonesia cooperation on this important shared challenge. Achmad Santosa, the Head of the IUU Task Force, delivered a presentation outlining the Indonesian Government’s efforts to confront this issue. Shinto Nugroho from Google Indonesia ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 28 January, 2016 | Topics:
News
Remarks by Ambassador Blake on Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing, @America, Jakarta Pak Ota from the IUU Task Force; Shinto Nugroho from Google Indonesia; Aditya Utama Surono from MDPI;m Our MC Dr. Arif Satria, Dean of Human Ecology at the Bogor Agricultural Institute (IPB), Good afternoon and welcome to @america! We are delighted to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 28 January, 2016 | Topics:
Speeches
U.S. Ambassador Robert O. Blake visited Papua and the North Maluku during the week of January 18th making stops in Ternate, Manokwari, Nabire and Jayapura. The primary purpose of the trip was to visit USAID programs aimed at reducing poverty and protecting the environment in the region through the promotion of sustainable farming methods, the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 26 January, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
VOTING IN THE 2016 U.S. ELECTIONS Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for members of the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 26 January, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at Fourth Biennial International Conference on Family Planning, Bali Good afternoon. Thank you for inviting me to speak today. As the U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia – and on behalf of the United States Government – I am very pleased to welcome all of you who have come to this fourth biennial ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 January, 2016 | Topics:
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U.S. Ambassador Robert O. Blake visited Papua and the North Maluku during the week of January 18-23, 2016 making stops in Ternate, Manokwari, Nabire and Jayapura. The primary purpose of the trip was to visit USAID programs aimed at reducing poverty and protecting the environment in the region through the promotion of sustainable farming methods, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 23 January, 2016 | Topics:
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Remarks by Ambassador Blake at Ormu Village Lestari Project, Papua Pak Basah Hernowo, BAPPENAS, Gustavo Toto, Ondoafi (Head) of Ormu Necheibe village, Daniel Toto, Northern Cyclops Head of Customary Community (Dewan Suku Adat), Mathius Awaitauw SE, M.Si., Bupati of Jayapura District, Jan Jap L. Ormuseray, SH. M.Si, Head of the Department of Forestry, Papua Province, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 January, 2016 | Topics:
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Remarks by Ambassador Blake at the Launch of USAID Lestari Forestry Project, Papua Governor Enembe Ir. Basah Hernowo, Bappenas Senior staff and leadership of the Ministry of Environment and Forestry Papua provincial government officials Distinguished guests Good afternoon and thank you for this opportunity to join you today. It is my honor to participate in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 January, 2016 | Topics:
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The United States condemns in the strongest terms the terrorist attack today in Jakarta, Indonesia that killed and wounded several–including law enforcement officers. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of the victims of this heinous attack. The United States is strongly committed to our strategic partnership with Indonesia and will stand ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 January, 2016 | Topics:
News
Following the heinous attack that took place today in Jakarta, the U.S. Embassy issued two Emergency Notifications for American Citizens living in Indonesia. These e-mails were sent from an emergency response network with a Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) + 7 time stamp. The e-mails, sent at 11:44WIB and 12:36WIB respectively, were sent to registered American ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 January, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
The United States strongly condemns today’s heinous attack on Indonesian police, citizens and foreigners. We extend our condolences to the families of those killed, and wish a quick and full recovery to those injured. We stand in solidarity with our Indonesian partners and reaffirm our determination to continue to work with the government to combat ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 January, 2016 | Topics:
Press Releases
Remarks by President Obama – State of the Union Address 9:10 P.M. EST Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, my fellow Americans: Tonight marks the eighth year that I’ve come here to report on the State of the Union. And for this final one, I’m going to try to make it a little ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 January, 2016 | Topics:
White House Statements
On the morning of January 14, there were a number of explosions and gunfire at the intersection near the Sarinah Plaza on Jalan Thamrin, Central Jakarta. A number of deaths and injuries have been reported, including four suspected perpetrators of the attack. Indonesian authorities are pursuing the remaining suspects. Further incidents are possible. As the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 January, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
This emergency message is being issued to advise all U.S. citizens in Jakarta to shelter in place and monitor local and international media until the situation becomes clearer. Media report that there may be explosions in other parts of city and that the original gunmen may have escaped. For further information about security in Indonesia: ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 January, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
This emergency message is being issued to advise all U.S. citizens to avoid the area around Sari Pan Pacific Hotel and Sarinah Plaza on Jalan Sudirman Thamrin, in downtown Jakarta. Preliminary reports indicate an explosion and gunfire has occurred in the general vicinity and situation continues to unfold. For further information about security in Indonesia: ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 January, 2016 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
Over tea at the Ambassador’s Residence on January 4, Deputy Chief of Mission Brian McFeeters welcomed 10 young deaf Americans and their eight Indonesian counterparts participating in the first deaf exchange conducted by Embassy Jakarta. The Deputy Chief of Mission acknowledged that these 10 prominent and successful Americans, including a lawyer, a doctor, a professional ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 January, 2016 | Topics:
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As the President announced in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia last month, he will host leaders from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations next year. The summit will take place at Sunnylands in Rancho Mirage, California on February 15-16, 2016. This unprecedented gathering – the first hosted by the United States with the ASEAN leaders — builds on ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 31 December, 2015 | Topics:
News
The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta informs U.S. citizens of potential security threats at popular tourist beaches on Lombok, such as Senggigi Beach, surrounding the New Year’s celebrations. As stated in the latest Worldwide Travel Alert, U.S. citizens should exercise vigilance when in public places and using transportation, and avoid large crowds and crowded places. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 31 December, 2015 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
I’ll never forget hearing the news of the tsunami that struck in the Indian Ocean 10 years ago. The images were gut-wrenching: entire towns razed from Indonesia to Somalia; raging waters sweeping away people’s homes; hundreds of thousands killed and many more separated from their families. Today of all days, we pause to remember those ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 December, 2015 | Topics:
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Starting December 21, 2015, the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta will begin publishing Air Quality Index (AQI) data collected by air quality monitors that are installed at two locations in Jakarta. The data will be published on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (U.S. EPA) AirNow international air quality website,
http://airnow.gov/index.cfm?action=airnow.global_summary , and available to the public through ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 December, 2015 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
This security message is being issued to alert U.S. citizens traveling to, or residing in Indonesia that further to the
Worldwide Travel Alert published on November 23, 2015, we advise U.S. Citizens to exercise a high degree of caution when traveling in Indonesia during the Christmas and New Year holidays due to continued threats from extremists to conduct ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 18 December, 2015 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at the IPMI Graduation, Jakarta Thank you for that kind introduction. I would also like to say thank you to my friend Jimmy Gani, Executive Director and CEO of this institution, and Dean of the Business School, Professor Roy Sembel for the invitation to speak here today. To the graduates — Congratulations to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 December, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at Announcement of $250 Million USAID Environment Program, Jakarta Good afternoon and thank you for taking the time to learn more about the U.S. Government’s new efforts to support Indonesia’s rich and diverse natural environment. Many of you have reported on the U.S. Government’s huge investments in Indonesia’s environment sector through ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 December, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
The U.S. Consulate General in Surabaya would like to inform U.S. citizens traveling to, and residing in Indonesia of a violent criminal assault that occurred in Lombok on December 2, 2015. During daylight hours, two U.S. citizens encountered a makeshift roadblock on a dirt road near the town of Selong Belanak, in southern Lombok. When ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 December, 2015 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
On the afternoon of December 8th, U.S. Ambassador Blake attended the Grand Opening of Caribou Coffee’s first store in Indonesia and in Southeast Asia. Ambassador Blake delivered opening remarks and, together with Caribou CEO Mike Tatterfield and Mahadya Group COO Mehdi Zaidi, cut the ribbon which launched Caribou’s business in the region. Based in Minnesota ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 10 December, 2015 | Topics:
News
Ambassador Blake delivered remarks to over 200 students and members of the press at a Foreign Policy Community of Indonesia (FPCI) event on December 8 along with the French and Russian Ambassadors to Indonesia and the Indonesia’s Head of the National Counterterrorism Agency (BNPT). The Ambassador discussed how the United States is working with the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 December, 2015 | Topics:
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Events of the past weeks, in the United States and around the world, have generated a significant discussion around the key issues of security, terrorism, community, and religion. In a televised address on December 6, President Obama made it clear that the United States will seek to enlist Muslim communities as allies in our joint struggle ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 December, 2015 | Topics:
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Remarks by Ambassador Blake at the FPCI’s Panel “Syria: A Multilateral Approach”, Jakarta Thanks to Ambassador Djalal, Pak Heru and the Foreign Policy Community of Indonesia for organizing today’s event focused on one of the very highest priorities facing the international community, namely ending the Syria conflict and eliminating the threat to all of us ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 December, 2015 | Topics:
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Remarks by Ambassador Blake at the English Access Microscholarship Graduation, Jakarta Selamat siang! Good morning! Today I have the pleasure of congratulating you, 122 Access graduates, here in Jakarta. We have many people to thank. First the teachers and staff of the Center for Civic Education in Indonesia for their dedication to helping you reach ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 December, 2015 | Topics:
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On December 3, 2015 Ambassador Blake spoke at the State Islamic University (UIN) of Sunan Gunung Djati in Bandung to 250 students from across disciplines, with the majority from the Faculty of Sharia and Law. His remarks focused on the importance of trade, TPP, studying in the U.S. and concluded by promoting YSEALI. Local media ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 December, 2015 | Topics:
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Remarks by Ambassador Blake at UIN, Bandung UIN Rector Dr. Mahmud, faculty, students, ladies and gentlemen, Good morning everyone. It is a pleasure to be here at this wonderful institution. I want to thank the UIN leadership for this valuable opportunity to speak on two subjects of great importance, how trade can help Indonesia meet ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 December, 2015 | Topics:
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The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta and the U.S. Consulate General in Surabaya inform U.S. citizens that: After December 31, 2015, the Department of State will no longer add extra visa pages to U.S. passports. U.S. citizens applying for passports outside of the United States will receive 52-page passport books. The 52-page passport book will cost the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 December, 2015 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
Remarks by Ambassador Blake on Marine Pollution, @America, Jakarta Pak Veriady from the Ministry of Environment and Forestry; Dr. Nasirin, Jakarta Fisheries University; Ms. Delphine Robbe, Gili EcoTrust; Ms. Ni Wayan Riawati, Bali Watu Foundation, Our MC Ms. Dila Karinta, Miss Scuba Indonesia 2015 Runner Up. Welcome to @america to a really exciting program on ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 December, 2015 | Topics:
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On December 1 at @america, Ambassador Blake gave opening remarks at an event marking the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence (GBV). Minister of Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection, Yohanna Yembise, joined the Ambassador in urging the enthusiastic audience of over 150 to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 December, 2015 | Topics:
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Remarks by Ambassador Blake on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls, @America, Jakarta Thank you Arfa. I am glad to be here today to discuss an issue of global importance that is important to me personally. Thank you to all our panelists for sharing their knowledge and experience According to the U.N., 1 in 3 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 December, 2015 | Topics:
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On this World AIDS Day 2015, imagine a world where we have everything we need – the tools, science, and shared goals – to reduce by 90 percent the number of women, men, and children newly infected by HIV. Imagine an AIDS-free generation where HIV is no longer a public health threat. This is not ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 30 November, 2015 | Topics:
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Remarks by President Obama at the First Session of COP21 Le Bourget Paris, France 12:47 P.M. CET PRESIDENT OBAMA: President Hollande, Mr. Secretary General, fellow leaders. We have come to Paris to show our resolve. We offer our condolences to the people of France for the barbaric attacks on this beautiful city. We stand united ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 30 November, 2015 | Topics:
White House Statements
The U.S. Embassy has received information regarding upcoming planned local labor demonstrations today, November 25, 2015, which are part of a series of protests nationwide this week. In downtown Jakarta, there are several small to mid-sized groups, total number estimated from 900-1100 people, holding demonstrations around the National Monument (Monas) and State Palace area. There ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 November, 2015 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
The State Department alerts U.S. citizens to possible risks of travel due to increased terrorist threats. Current information suggests that ISIL (aka Da’esh), al-Qa’ida, Boko Haram, and other terrorist groups continue to plan terrorist attacks in multiple regions. These attacks may employ a wide variety of tactics, using conventional and non-conventional weapons and targeting both ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 24 November, 2015 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at the Room to Read Literacy Event, Jakarta Selamat pagi, good morning! I am delighted to be here with you to launch the Jakarta Literacy Forum, hosted by an organization with which I have been proud to have a long and fond history, Room to Read. I first came into contact ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 18 November, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at the Wind Power Forum, Jakarta Director General for New and Renewable Energy Rida Mulyana, UNDP Country Head Christophe Bahuet, Chairman of BPPT Unggul Priyanto, I am delighted to be here at this important event. A special thanks to the Forum organizer National Project Director WHyPGen Andhika Prastawa. With the Paris ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 17 November, 2015 | Topics:
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The United States Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Center for International Forestry (CIFOR) have launched a partnership to address critical environmental issues in Indonesia concerning forestry management and biodiversity protection. The partnership will include collaborative research and providing scholarships for emerging Indonesian leaders to attend U.S. universities. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 November, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
On Friday, November 13, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Robert O. Blake, Jr.joined Minister of Communications and Information Technology Rudiantara to witness the US-ASEAN Business Council’s signing of an MOU with the Indonesian Telecommunications Association (MASTEL) to cooperate on Information & Communication Technology (ICT) sector issues.The two organizations will partner on industry events, policy coordination, and share ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 13 November, 2015 | Topics:
News
Remarks by Ambassador Blake on USABC Mastel MOU Signing, Jakarta Pleasure to be here today with Minister Rudiantara, Alex Feldman, and Pak Kristiono to witness this new partnership between US-ASEAN Business Council and Mastel. 11 days ago President Obama and President Jokowi elevated our relations to a strategic partnership, President Jokowi announced Indonesia’s intension to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 13 November, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
5:45 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Good evening, everybody. I just want to make a few brief comments about the attacks across Paris tonight. Once again, we’ve seen an outrageous attempt to terrorize innocent civilians. This is an attack not just on Paris, it’s an attack not just on the people of France, but this is ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 13 November, 2015 | Topics:
White House Statements
SECRETARY KERRY: Thank you very, very much. Thank you. Thank you so much. Good morning, Old Dominion University. Or what are we now? Yeah, it’s still morning. (Laughter.) I am really delighted to be with you today and I very much appreciate the warm welcome. Let me just say right at the top that the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 10 November, 2015 | Topics:
News
On November 6th at Atma Jaya Catholic University, Deputy Chief of Mission Brian McFeeters described many of the ways that Indonesian universities can work with the U.S. Embassy to promote education domestically, and also outlined opportunities to study in the United States. He introduced Embassy resources including EducationUSA, American Corners, English Language Fellows, the English ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 6 November, 2015 | Topics:
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On November 6th at Atma Jaya Catholic University, Deputy Chief of Mission Brian McFeeters described many of the ways that Indonesian universities can work with the U.S. Embassy to promote education domestically, and also outlined opportunities to study in the United States. He introduced Embassy resources including EducationUSA, American Corners, English Language Fellows, the English ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 6 November, 2015 | Topics:
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The U.S Agency for International Development will offer funding through its Partnerships for Enhanced Engagement in Research (PEER) program for Indonesian scientists to conduct research on climate change, education and wildlife trafficking. Applications are now open, and proposals are due January 15, 2016. PEER is a competitive awards program that invites scientists in developing countries ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 4 November, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
Climate Change and President Obama’s Action Plan United States President Barack Obama will welcome Indonesian President Joko Widido (Jokowi) to the White House on October 26 to deepen and expand the partnership between our two countries. The common values and interests that the United States and Indonesia share are an integral part of America’s commitment ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 4 November, 2015 | Topics:
Featured Event
Thank you, Josette, for the kind introduction. It’s great to be at the Asia Society – This is a great organization that does so much to nurture relationships and build human capital across the Pacific. I was here in New York just over a month ago for the U.N. General Assembly, immediately after Xi Jinping’s ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 4 November, 2015 | Topics:
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In order to further advance the status of woman and girls and emphasize our commitment to global gender equality, which remains a top strategic priority of our foreign policy, the Deputy Chief of Mission is hosting the “Indonesian Women of Change Awards,” honoring Indonesian women leaders who are working to change their communities for the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 November, 2015 | Topics:
Featured Event
United States Furthers Commitment to Asia-Pacific Region: President Obama Welcomes President Jokowi to White House United States President Barack Obama will welcome Indonesian President Joko Widido (Jokowi) to the White House on October 26 to deepen and expand the partnership between our two countries. The common values and interests that the United States and Indonesia ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 November, 2015 | Topics:
Featured Event
Remarks by Ambassador Blake on Elevating the US-Indonesia Strategic Partnership, Hawaii Many thanks for hosting me today. It is wonderful to be back in beautiful Hawaii and to have a chance to speak about the progress of U.S.-Indonesian relations following President Jokowi’s visit to Washington and meeting with President Obama earlier this week. To set ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 November, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Earlier this year, Secretary of Defense Ash Carter said, “The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) is as important to me as another aircraft carrier.” What does an economic agreement have in common with a naval vessel? They are both tools of diplomacy. To our friends in the Asia-Pacific region, a visit by the USS Ronald Reagan is ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 30 October, 2015 | Topics:
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Assistant Secretary of State for Economic and Business Affairs Charles H. Rivkin will travel to Indonesia November 2-8 to meet with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and Indonesian officials and advance Department objectives in entrepreneurship, investment, and innovation. In Jakarta, Indonesia, November 3-5, Assistant Secretary Rivkin will meet with government officials, business leaders, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 29 October, 2015 | Topics:
News
On October 29 in Jakarta, the United States and Australia organized a conference with over 50 attendees from Indonesia, the US, Australia, the UK, Japan, and the Netherlands to discuss the wrecks of naval vessels lost in Indonesian waters during combat operations in World War II. Concentrating on coordinating joint efforts to protect the war ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 29 October, 2015 | Topics:
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For Immediate Release October 26, 2015 Pentagon Press Secretary Peter Cook provided the following statement: Secretary of Defense Ash Carter hosted Indonesian Minister of Defense Ryamizard Ryacudu this morning at the Pentagon to discuss ways to strengthen the bilateral defense relationship between the two countries. They discussed the regional security environment as well as opportunities ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 28 October, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
Vice President Biden hosted Indonesian President Joko Widodo for a lunch meeting today at the Naval Observatory. The Vice President and President Widodo exchanged views on respective political, economic, and foreign policy issues of mutual interest. The Vice President thanked President Widodo for his focus on elevating engagement through the U.S.-Indonesia strategic partnership. The Vice President ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 27 October, 2015 | Topics:
White House Statements
WASHINGTON – U.S. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews and Indonesian President Joko Widodo attended a ceremony today to recognize new business deals and commitments worth more than $20 billion between U.S. and Indonesian companies. A number of these projects will help more people benefit from clean electricity, while others will support transportation infrastructure and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 26 October, 2015 | Topics:
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U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Robert O. Blake, Jr. announced that the United States will contribute an initial $2.75 million USD in assistance to support Indonesian efforts to address the effects of the forest fires and haze. Ambassador Blake noted: “This assistance is part of the United States’ wider effort to support Indonesian activities to suppress ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 26 October, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
At the invitation of President Barack Obama of the United States of America, His Excellency Joko Widodo, President of the Republic of Indonesia, visited the United States in October 2015. On this occasion, President Barack Obama and President Joko Widodo held a meeting at the White House on October 26, 2015, and adopted this Joint ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 26 October, 2015 | Topics:
News, White House Statements
Oval Office 3:55 P.M. EDT PRESIDENT OBAMA: Good afternoon, everybody. Selamat siang. It is a great pleasure to welcome President Widodo to the Oval Office, along with his delegation. And it is a useful occasion for us to emphasize the strength of the bilateral relationship between two of the world’s largest democracies. Obviously I ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 26 October, 2015 | Topics:
White House Statements
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at the Opening Ceremony of Judicial Cooperation Event, Jakarta Selamat pagi. Good morning Ladies and Gentlemen. I would like to thank Chief Justice Hatta Ali and Associate Justice Takdir Rahmadi who have kindly invited me to attend this important event this morning. I would also like to acknowledge and welcome the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 19 October, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Earlier this week, I visited Indiana University, one of the finest public universities in America, to convey an important message about the United States of America, foreign policy, and about the difference that each of us can make in shaping a better world. Young people play a central role in advancing American interests, and creating ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 17 October, 2015 | Topics:
News
At the 2015 Our Ocean Conference in Valparaiso, Chile, October 5-6, participants committed to over 80 new initiatives on marine conservation and protection valued at more than $2.1 billion, as well as new commitments on the protection of more than 1.9 million square kilometers (nearly 735,000 square miles) of the ocean. The United States’ initiatives ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 9 October, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
Participants in the second Our Ocean conference, held October 5-6 in Valparaiso, Chile, announced over 80 new initiatives on marine conservation and protection valued at more than $2.1 billion, as well as new commitments on the protection of more than 1.9 million square kilometers (nearly 735,000 square miles) of the ocean. The complete summary of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 October, 2015 | Topics:
News
Remarks by Ambassador Blake at the Lockheed Martin F-16V Event, Jakarta Good afternoon everyone. Thanks to Lockheed Martin for the invitation to attend this event today to demonstrate the F-16 cockpit simulator The U.S. and Indonesia have a strong and growing partnership that the visit of President Jokowi to Washington will clearly demonstrate. One pillar ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 October, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Good evening. Selamat malam. Welcome to @America! I am pleased to see so many enthusiastic potential graduate students who are interested in studying in the United States. Thank you for spending your evening to learn more about our universities. Pak Eko, from LPDP, thank you for being here. LPDP is a valued partner in our ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 October, 2015 | Topics:
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We, the trade ministers of Australia, Brunei Darussalam, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, United States, and Vietnam, are pleased to announce that we have successfully concluded the Trans-Pacific Partnership. After more than five years of intensive negotiations, we have come to an agreement that will support jobs, drive sustainable growth, foster ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 October, 2015 | Topics:
News
With today’s successful conclusion of the Trans-Pacific Partnership negotiations, the United States and 11 other nations have taken a critical step forward in strengthening our economic ties and deepening our strategic relationships in the Asia-Pacific region. This historic agreement links together countries that represent nearly 40 percent of global GDP. The TPP will spur economic ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 October, 2015 | Topics:
News
I’ve spent every day of my presidency fighting to grow our economy and strengthen our middle class. That means making sure our workers have a fair shot to get ahead here at home, and a fair chance to compete around the world. My approach to trade has been guided by a unifying principle: leveling the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 October, 2015 | Topics:
White House Statements
Teresa and I extend our best wishes to Muslims around the world for a blessed Eid al-Adha. We congratulate the nearly three million Muslims – including thousands of Americans – who are performing Hajj this year in fulfillment of one of the fundamental pillars of their faith. Eid al-Adha is a special time when Muslims ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 23 September, 2015 | Topics:
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As more than 2 million Muslims from around the world and across the United States mark the end of their holy pilgrimage of Hajj in Mecca, Michelle and I extend our warmest wishes to Muslims around the world celebrating Eid al-Adha. This pilgrimage and Eid is about sacrifice, almsgiving, and equality. Thousands of Muslims around ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 23 September, 2015 | Topics:
White House Statements
Today the United States announced the launch of the third annual Making All Voices Count Global Innovation Competition (GIC 2016). Submit your idea for a project that uses technology – of any sort – to improve the relationship between government and citizens in 12 countries, including Indonesia. Ideas must tackle one of the following themes: ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 September, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
Ms. Shinta Kamdani of KADIN, Representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Representatives of the IPOP Signatories, Distinguished Guests, I am delighted to be here today to witness this signing between PSL and USAID. The signing of the Indonesian Palm Oil Pledge at the United Nations Climate Summit in September 2014 represented a significant private ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 September, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Good afternoon, selamat sore everyone, and a special welcome to: Vice Governor Muzakir Manaf, Rector Farid Wadji, Wali Nanggroe, other esteemed guests from Aceh. And the rest of our audience, many of whom I understand are originally from Aceh but are now residing in Jakarta. Today, it’s my pleasure to welcome you to @america for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 September, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Good afternoon, selamat sore everyone, and a special welcome to: My good friend Wali Nannggroe Malik Mahmud Aceh’s Development Planning Agency (BAPPEDA) Head Abubakar Karim Greenomics Aceh Coordinator Elfian Effendi Other panelists, ladies and gentlemen. I’m happy to be here this afternoon for this important discussion of how to balance forest protection in Aceh while ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 September, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
President Obama will welcome President Joko Widodo of Indonesia to the White House on October 26. President Widodo will make his first visit to the United States since becoming President of Indonesia. The President looks forward to charting with President Widodo a new phase for the U.S.-Indonesian partnership. As leaders of two of the largest ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 September, 2015 | Topics:
White House Statements
Good afternoon. It is my great pleasure to be here today to open the EducationUSA U.S. Graduate School Fair. I am pleased to see so many enthusiastic potential graduate students who are interested in studying in the United States. I also want to warmly welcome all of the parents who are joining us this afternoon. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 19 September, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Haze in Sumatra and Kalimantan This message is being issued to alert U.S. citizens residing in, or traveling to Indonesia that increased levels of particulate air pollution, primarily due to fires in parts of Indonesia, have caused health impacts and travel disruptions in parts of Sumatra and Kalimantan. The air pollution standard index in these ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 19 September, 2015 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
We pause today to reflect on and celebrate democracy and the free and open debate it entails. We celebrate democracy not because it is easy or perfect, for it is obviously neither of those things. We celebrate democracy because it is rooted in the will of the people, and, as such, does a better job ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 September, 2015 | Topics:
News
Minister of Environment and Forestry Siti Nurbaya Bakar, Climate Envoy Rachmat Witoelar, Climate Change Steering Committee Chair Pak Sarwonon Kusumaatmadja, fellow Ambassadors, Pak Dino Patti Djalal, distinguished guests, I appreciate the opportunity to address this gathering on the importance of acting on climate change. I thank the Foreign Policy Community of Indonesia for organizing this ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 September, 2015 | Topics:
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During a September 6-7, 2015 visit, Ambassador Blake witnessed Ambon City mark its 440th anniversary with songs, jet flyovers, and a world record-setting potluck lunch for city residents. During his visit the Ambassador and Surabaya Consul General Variava joined the Maluku Governor, Vice Governor, and other religious leaders to celebrate the Maluku Protestant Church’s 80th ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 September, 2015 | Topics:
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Distinguished delegates, representatives, and friends – good evening. Thank you to the Maluku Protestant Church, and especially the Ketua Sinode, for opening its doors to those of us visiting from the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta and our Consulate in Surabaya. I know this church has opened its arms to Americans in the past, and we ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 6 September, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Distinguished delegates, representatives, and students – thank you for inviting me to Universitas Pattimura today. One of our most important objectives all over Indonesia is to expand our education cooperation by encouraging more Indonesian students to study in the U.S., urging more Americans to come here, and helping to catalyze partnerships between U.S. and Indonesian ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 4 September, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Embassy Jakarta’s Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) and Public Affairs Officer (PAO)—both on return tours to Indonesia – gave opening remarks to approximately 70 International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) alumni at @america, some of whom were old friends of both the DCM and PAO from previous assignments in Indonesia. They spoke to the important role ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 4 September, 2015 | Topics:
News
PLN President Director Basir ESDM Minister Sudirman Said Representatives of American companies, Ladies and gentlemen, good morning. Let me add my own warm words of welcome to all of you to today’s workshop. Let me first thank Minister Said and PLN Director Basir for their leadership and their presence here today. Let me also welcome ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 September, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
I join President Obama and the American people in reflecting on today’s 70th anniversary of the end of World War II in the Pacific theater. As we recall the war’s devastating toll and mourn those lost on all sides, we also remember the gallantry of our American men and women in uniform who, alongside their ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 September, 2015 | Topics:
News
On September 2, U.S. Embassy Jakarta organized the official launch event for the U.S. Power Working Group for Indonesia (PWG). In his opening remarks Ambassador Blake expressed U.S. government and industry’s strong support for the Jokowi Administration’s 35,000 MW development program. During the launch, Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Said and Ambassador Blake signed ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 September, 2015 | Topics:
News
Remarks by the President at the GLACIER Conference, Anchorage, AK 5:00 P.M. AKDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you so much. Thank you. (Applause.) It is wonderful to be here in the great state of Alaska. (Applause.) I want to thank Secretary Kerry and members of my administration for your work here today. Thank you to the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 September, 2015 | Topics:
News, White House Statements
Welcome Distinguished Ministers, delegates, development partners, and friends – selamat pagi! Good morning! It is my pleasure to welcome all of you gathered here today on the beautiful island of Bali to map the future of the Coral Triangle as a sustainable marine tourism destination. This is an endeavor that the United States Government is ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 28 August, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
The U.S. Consulate has received reports that approximately 10,000 Persebaya Soccer Club members are scheduled to hold a demonstration in Central Surabaya from around 09:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. on August 28 to August 30. The demonstration is expected to originate at Taman Apsari and continue in the vicinity. The U.S. Consulate would like to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 28 August, 2015 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
The U.S. Embassy hosted Jr. NBA coaches and Golden State Warriors power forward, Marreese Speights, at an NBA Cares event at the Embassy Annex on August 27th. As part of an ongoing effort to use sports to reach underserved populations, 49 youth from local orphanages participated in passing and dribbling drills and went home with ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 27 August, 2015 | Topics:
News
Selamat pagi! Good morning. I am honored to have been invited to participate in the opening of this forum along with such distinguished guests and experts in healthcare, especially Terri Bresenham [GE Healthcare President and CEO for Africa, ASEAN, and India] and Ibu Heti Uuliati from the Ministry of Health. The timing of this forum ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 August, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Selamat sore! Thank you all for taking the time to gather @america today and show your support for World Orangutan Day. First and foremost, I’d like to thank our partners for this event – the World Wildlife Fund and Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation. Without the passion, dedication, and hard work of your organizations, the future ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 19 August, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
A U.S. Congressional delegation arrived in Indonesia ahead of the 70th Independence celebration and met with President Jokowi on August 15. The U.S. delegation led by Representative Vern Buchanan from Florida, included Representative David Price from North Carolina, Representative Jim McDermott from Washington, Representative Susan Davis from California, Representative Dina Titus from Nevada, and Representative ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 August, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I would like to send our best wishes to the Indonesian people on the 70th anniversary of your independence this August 17. I know from my own visit that Indonesia’s thriving democracy, religious tolerance, diversity, and global leadership are fundamental to your country’s ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 August, 2015 | Topics:
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The United States welcomes the decision of the Jakarta High Court to acquit the two Jakarta Intercultural School teachers Neil Bantleman and Ferdinand Tjiong. The rule of law and an independent judiciary are vital components of any democratic system, and we appreciate the fairness and prudence shown by Jakarta’s appeals court.
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 August, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
Selamat siang and good afternoon. On behalf of the U.S. Embassy, welcome to @america. A special welcome to our distinguished guests today: Mr Esa Sukmawijaya, from the Ministry of Youth and Sports Mr. Douglas Broderick, UN Resident Coordinator Mr. Jose Ferraris, UNFPA Representative International Youth Day is a wonderful opportunity for us to recognize the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 August, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Ambassador Blake and Minister of Education Anies Baswedan opened a Young Southeast Asian Leaders Iintiative (YSEALI) forum on teaching vulnerable youth in unconventional settings on August 12th for an audience of about 75. These young audience members work in a variety of fields and are dedicated to educating the next generation of Indonesians. A panel ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 August, 2015 | Topics:
News
Selamat pagi! I appreciate very much this opportunity to speak to all of you today on the importance of teaching vulnerable youth in unconventional settings. I want to extend a warm welcome to Minister of Education Anies Baswedan. Anies brings a unique combination of knowledge, experience, and passion to his Ministry, one of the most ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 12 August, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Distinguished guests, I am delighted to have the opportunity to address this distinguished audience on a subject of such importance to us all. Let me thank you for your participation in this very important conference. I would like to thank David Welsh of the Solidarity Center’s Jakarta Office, Solidarity Center Executive Director Shawna Bader-Blau and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 11 August, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
On August 6th, the United States and Indonesia conducted a workshop with regulatory, financial, and technical experts, as well as high-level government officials, to advance geothermal development in Indonesia. The United States and Indonesia agree to increase collaborations and explore opportunities over the coming weeks and months to accelerate private investment in geothermal energy. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 7 August, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
In a one hour live radio interview with MNC Group’s V Radio (106.6 FM), Charge d’Affairs Kristen Bauer discussed her experiences and memories during her over five year tenure in Indonesia. Hosted by State Department International Visitor Leadership Program alum Inge Lestari, V Radio’s “Variety and Songs” program has approximately 700,000 listeners and focuses on ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 August, 2015 | Topics:
News
John Kerry Secretary of State Remarks At Young South East Asian Leadership Initiative (YSEALI) Event JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia August 05, 2015 SECRETARY KERRY: Thank you, Cheryl, very, very much. Well, let me tell you, I am really excited to be here with you. This is probably the best part of my day. (Laughter.) ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 August, 2015 | Topics:
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Lahaina, Hawaii We, the trade ministers of Australia, Brunei Darussalam, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, United States, and Vietnam announce that, after more than a week of productive meetings, we have made significant progress and will continue work on resolving a limited number of remaining issues, paving the way for the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 August, 2015 | Topics:
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The Department of State is updating the Worldwide Caution to provide information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world. Recent terrorist attacks, whether by those affiliated with terrorist entities, copycats, or individual perpetrators, serve as a reminder that U.S. citizens need to maintain a high ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 30 July, 2015 | Topics:
Security & Emergency Messages
Opening Remarks Before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Washington, DC July 23, 2015 Well, thank you, Mr. Chairman and Ranking Member Cardin, members of the committee and friends and former colleagues. We really do the appreciate the chance to discuss with you the comprehensive plan that we and our P5+1 partners have developed with Iran ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 24 July, 2015 | Topics:
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The American people join Michelle and me as we extend our best wishes to you and the people of your country as you celebrate Eid al-Fitr. During Ramadan, Muslims around the world – including our strong and vibrant American Muslim community – have striven to get closer to God through spiritual renewal and acts of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 16 July, 2015 | Topics:
White House Statements
Statement by President Obama on Iran Nuclear Deal 7:02 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Today, after two years of negotiations, the United States, together with our international partners, has achieved something that decades of animosity has not — a comprehensive, long-term deal with Iran that will prevent it from obtaining a nuclear weapon. This deal demonstrates ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 July, 2015 | Topics:
News, White House Statements
Drawing on NET TV’s popular “Muslim Traveler” program as a starting point, Ambassador Blake opened a screening and discussion program on Islam in America at @america on the afternoon of July 9. Two NET TV reporters traveled to Washington DC, New York, and Minneapolis in late April/early May as part of a State Department-funded ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 14 July, 2015 | Topics:
News
Anthony Wonsono, Founder of Think Nusantara Mr. Shoeb Kagda, Founder and Editor in Chief of Globe Asia Pak Farid Harianto, ladies and gentlemen, Thanks to Think Nusantara for inviting me to speak here today. The Think Nusantara initiative is exactly the type of thing that gets me excited about Indonesia and its future. I am ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 5 July, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
A wide range of Embassy contacts from government, the private sector, NGOs, and educational institutions joined the Ambassador for an Iftaar at his residence July 1. Around 150 mostly female contacts, many who were meeting each other for the first time, found they had similar priorities and were able to draw inspiration from each other’s ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 July, 2015 | Topics:
News
On July 1, Ambassador Blake welcomed over 300 young leaders to @america to talk about how to reduce widespread environmental damage caused by single-use plastic bags. He encouraged the audience to find ways to mobilize and collaborate to develop environmental campaigns aimed at reducing their use. The ASEAN Reusable Bag Campaign just one example of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 July, 2015 | Topics:
News
Selamat siang semuanya! Welcome to @america for this great event to inspire us all to think more about how we consume things, what they’re packaged in, and the waste we are all responsible for. This event is the brainchild of Ranitya Nurlita who you will hear from in a minute. Ranitya was the winner of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 July, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Selamat Malam dan Ramadan Karim. I would like to welcome you, the young Muslim leaders of tomorrow, here on the occasion of Ramadan to celebrate the breaking of the fast, one of the most sacred and joyful rituals of Islam. For the past week, Muslims in the United States, in Indonesia, and around the world have ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 30 June, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
On Monday, June 22, U.S. President Barack Obama hosted his seventh annual Iftar dinner at the White House, noting to Muslims in the United States and around the world that “whatever our faith, we’re all one family”. In addition to inviting members of the diplomatic corps and elected officials, he also honored young leaders and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 June, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
As part of Mission Indonesia’s ongoing outreach efforts during Ramadan, the Ambassador welcomed about 200 senior Muslim leaders to his residence for an Iftar (fast breaking) on the evening of Wednesday, June 24. Ali Musthafa Yaqub, the Grand Imam of Istiqlal National Mosque, joined the Ambassador in giving remarks highlighting the friendship between the Embassy ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 June, 2015 | Topics:
News
I applaud the Democrats and Republicans in Congress who came together to give the United States the chance to negotiate strong, high-standard agreements for free and fair trade that protect American workers and give our businesses the opportunity to compete. With bipartisan majorities, Congress also voted to expand vital support for thousands of American workers ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 25 June, 2015 | Topics:
White House Statements
Selamat Malam dan Ramadan Karim. Distinguished guests, friends, and colleagues: We are here tonight on the occasion of Ramadan to celebrate the breaking of the fast, one of the most sacred and joyful rituals of Islam. For the past week, Muslims in the United States, in Indonesia, and around the world have been breaking the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 24 June, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
On the evening of June 22, Ambassador Blake hosted a reception for Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) Dean and former State Department Senior Advisor Dr. Vali Nasr at his residence. Attendees included Indonesian and American SAIS alumni, awardees from the Government of Indonesia sponsored LPDP program funding graduate studies at top universities ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 23 June, 2015 | Topics:
News
Governor of Western Sumatra Irwan Prayitno, Mayor of Padang, Deputy Chairman of the Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI), BPPT Executive Secretary, Distinguished military officials,Scientists from LIPI, the Earth Observatory of Singapore and IPGP in France, Representatives from the Schmidt Ocean Institute, Captain and crew of the Falkor, On behalf of the U.S. government, I would ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 23 June, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
On June 19, the U.S. Agency for International Development Mission Director Andrew Sisson signed an agreement awarding $5 million USD to the Indonesia Climate Change Trust Fund (ICCTF) alongside the Ministry of National Development Planning Deputy Minister and ICCTF Board of Trustees Chairwoman Endah Murniningtyas. This contribution will fund Indonesian non-governmental organizations’ (NGOs) climate change ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 June, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
To welcome home the 2015-16 cohort of Youth Exchange and Study (YES) students , the Ambassador hosted an iftaar reception at his residence for 85 young people newly fluent in English and missing their friends and host families back in the U.S. Now in its 12th year, the YES program was established in October 2002 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 June, 2015 | Topics:
News
As the new crescent moon brings in the holy month of Ramadan, Michelle and I send our warmest greetings to all those observing the month of fasting in the United States and around the world. Ramadan is a time in which families and communities come together for iftars and prayers in festive gatherings that demonstrate ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 17 June, 2015 | Topics:
White House Statements
On Friday, June 12 in Jakarta, The United States and Indonesia furthered their deep defense cooperation with the signing of an arrangement allowing the U.S. Government to conduct joint research leading to the investigation and excavation of U.S. service member remains from Indonesia. Concluding years of coordination between the United States Defense Prisoners of War/Missing ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 June, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
DEPUTY SECRETARY BLINKEN: Well, thank you all very, very much, and good evening. Yancy, thank you for a very generous introduction and for all the extraordinary work you do, including your support for the Trans-Pacific Partnership, which we’ll come to in a little while, and for your work with governments around the world to advance ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 15 June, 2015 | Topics:
News
Doctor Dino Patti Djalal Director General Dian Triansyah Djani (Kemlu) Mr. Kelvin Tio (Director Asian Agri) Mr. Omar Anwar (Director PT Nomura) Ms.Sinta Sirait, moderator Let me first congratulate the Foreign Policy Community of Indonesia and my good friend Dr. Dino Patti Djalal for this ambitious conference, and for his efforts to start a robust ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 13 June, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
On June 9, U.S. Federally Funded Research and Development Center MITRE signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Airnav Indonesia, as well as with Angkasa Pura II, agreeing to cooperate on technical aviation support. Held at the residence of U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Robert Blake, this MOU signing came at the conclusion of the U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 10 June, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
Climate change poses a threat to every country on Earth, and we all need to do what we can to take advantage of the small window of opportunity we still have to stave off its worst, most disastrous impacts. But even as we take unprecedented steps to mitigate the climate threat, we also have to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 9 June, 2015 | Topics:
News
Minister of Transport Ignasius Jonan, Director General Suprasetyo, Indonesian aviation officials and stakeholders, and of course our U.S. company representatives, First of all let me thank Minister Jonan and other friends at the Ministry of Transportation for hosting this U.S. Aviation Day. Minister Jonan suggested this event back in April when we signed the MOU ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 9 June, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Thank you, Aaron, for that kind introduction. I would also like to say thank you to Dr. Head, Dr. Brandyburg, and Dr. Aman, for the kind invitation to speak here this evening. And of course I would like to acknowledge all the faculty and staff of Lone Star College, Putera Sampoerna Foundation, and Sampoerna University ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 9 June, 2015 | Topics:
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Minister Rudiantara Mr. Mathew Lefevre, Executive Director of the New Cities Foundation Mr. Nugroho Weinarto, Executive Director of Transformasi Jonathan Pincus, President of the Rajawali Foundation Distinguished officials, Mayors, and friends from around Indonesia I am very pleased to join you today at the Tranformasi Cities Forum. Congratulations to Jakarta for being the first Asian host ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 June, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Foreign Minister Marsudi, Ambassador Andayani, Ambassadors, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, Selamat pagi! Let me add my own warm welcome to Jakarta and to this workshop organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs together with the U.S. Government’s Agency for International Development, the Indonesian Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK), the Non-Aligned Movement Centre for South-South and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 June, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Friends, my fellow Americans, welcome to America’s Independence Day celebration! We are celebrating a month early to respect the holy month of Ramadan, but today we remember the revolutionary Congress meeting on July 4, 1776 in Philadelphia that issued America’s “Declaration of Independence” that changed the course of modern history. Pledging their “lives, . . ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 4 June, 2015 | Topics:
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Governors, Wali Nangroe, other distinguished guests, welcome to this celebration of the 239th anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America! A particularly warm welcome to the Wali Nangroe who I had the honor of accompanying on a visit yesterday to see a Rohingya refugee camp in north Aceh and the wonderful support that ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 3 June, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
On June 2, 2015, Anne C. Richard, the U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Population, Refugees, and Migration, and Ambassador Blake traveled to Aceh to meet fishermen who rescued Rohingya refugees after their boat sank off the coast of Aceh. They also spoke to media from Kuala Cangkoi (TPI Lapang camp): “This is my second ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 June, 2015 | Topics:
Ambassador
On Tuesday, June 2 in Aceh, Indonesia, Anne C. Richard, the U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Population, Refugees, and Migration, spoke to media from Kuala Cangkoi (TPI Lapang camp): “This is my second time visiting Indonesia, and I am happy to be in this beautiful country although what brought me here is a very difficult ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 2 June, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
Remarks by the President in Town Hall with Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Fellows 2:26 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Well, thank you so much, Zin Mar, for your introduction and for your example and your commitment to build a free and open press in Myanmar, and all the hope that you represent. Please give her ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 1 June, 2015 | Topics:
News, White House Statements
Dr. Bambung Brodjonegoro, Minister of Finance Dr. Andrinof Chaniago, Minister of National Development Planning Dr. Muhammad Nasir, Minister of Research and Technology/Higher Education Dr. Bruce Alberts, Former U.S. White House Science Envoy to Indonesia Australian Charge D’Affaires David Engle I am delighted to be here for the launching of the Indonesia Science Fund. I would ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 27 May, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Rector Sardy Dr. Hidayat Yorianta, Director of International Affairs Office Mr. Nazaruddin Nasution, moderator Thanks to Al-Azhar for this valuable opportunity to speak on a subject of great importance, namely how trade can help Indonesia meet its economic goals. President Jokowi has set out an ambitious agenda to increase Indonesia’s economic growth and to reduce ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 26 May, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
Minister Indroyono Soesilo (if present), Director General of BMKG – Pak Andi Eka Sakya, Director General of BPPT – Pak Unggul Priyanto (if present), Colleagues from the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Distinguished Indonesian officials, scientists, researchers, and students It has been just over a month since I saw many of you at ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 22 May, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
“The U.S. welcomes the decision by Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand that they will work together to uphold their responsibilities under international law and provide humanitarian assistance and shelter to 7,000 vulnerable migrants stranded at sea in Southeast Asia. The United States urges other countries of the region and the international communities to support them in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 21 May, 2015 | Topics:
Press Releases
Remarks Antony J. Blinken Deputy Secretary of State @America Jakarta, Indonesia May 20, 2015 All right, good afternoon. It is wonderful to be here at @america with all of you, and I want to start by thanking our Ambassador Bob Blake, first of all for his very kind words of introduction but much more important ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 20 May, 2015 | Topics:
Speeches
On May 18, Ambassador Blake met with twelve Indonesian high school students who recently returned from the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair competition in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where 1,700 students from 75 countries competed. Three of the six Indonesian teams won awards at the competition, the most impressive showing to date of an Indonesian delegation. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 19 May, 2015 | Topics:
News
Testimony of Daniel Russel Assistant Secretary of State Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs U.S. Department of State Before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Wednesday, May 13, 2015 Maritime Issues in East Asia Mr. Chairman, Members of the Committee: Thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today to testify with David Shear, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 13 May, 2015 | Topics:
News
During a panel discussion to launch the Women for the World Foundation (NGO), the Ambassador highlighted the USG’s six major initiatives supporting women’s empowerment in Indonesia: improving access to education, promoting participation in STEM fields, improving access to health care, promoting legal rights and reducing gender-based violence, and boosting entrepreneurship programs. The Ambassador’s fellow panelists ...
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By U.S. Embassy Jakarta | 8 May, 2015 | Topics:
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