Today, Acting Secretary of Defense Christopher C. Miller met with Indonesian Minister of Defense Prabowo Subianto, Minister of Foreign Affairs Retno Marsudi and Chief of Defense Air Chief Marshal Hadi Tjahjanto in Jakarta. In all these meetings, the Secretary emphasized the importance that the Department of Defense places on the bilateral partnership and in securing …
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Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State December 2, 2020 December 3 is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, a fitting occasion for the United States to reaffirm its commitment to, and support for, the full inclusion of persons with disabilities in daily life of the community. We point with pride to robust …
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[Fact Sheet] Secretary Michael R. Pompeo Travels to Indonesia to Underscore Shared Vision of a Free and Open Indo-Pacific Region [News] Secretary Pompeo’s Travel to India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Indonesia [News] Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with Indonesian President Joko Widodo [Remarks] Remarks by Secretary Pompeo on Unalienable Rights and Traditions of Tolerance [Remarks to the Press] Secretary Michael R. Pompeo And Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi [Flickr] U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo Visits Indonesia
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SPEECH MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE NAHDLATUL ULAMA AND GERAKAN PEMUDA ANSOR EVENT FOUR SEASONS HOTEL, JAKARTA, INDONESIA OCTOBER 29, 2020 SECRETARY GENERAL STAQUF: (In Indonesian.) Ladies and gentlemen, Honorable Cardinal Ignatius Suharyo Hardjoatmodjo, the Archbishop of Jakarta, Honorable H. Yaqut Qoumas, the chair of Ansor Advisory Board, your Excellencies, Ambassador Kim, Ambassador Lutfi, Ambassador …
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The below is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Cale Brown: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met today in Jakarta, Indonesia, with Indonesian President Joko Widodo. They discussed ways the United States and Indonesia can work together to promote a prosperous, secure, and democratic Indo-Pacific region, as well as strategies for building stronger economic ties …
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REMARKS TO THE PRESS MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS JAKARTA, INDONESIA OCTOBER 29, 2020 MODERATOR: Ladies and gentlemen, the joint press statement will now start. FOREIGN MINISTER MARSUDI: Your Excellency Secretary Pompeo, colleagues from the media, ladies and gentlemen. Secretary Pompeo, dear Mike, welcome back to — SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you very much. …
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Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson October 28, 2020 “The strategic partnership the United States and Indonesia have forged remains more important than ever…we will continue to strengthen the bonds that our two countries enjoy based on our shared democratic values, our deep economic ties, and our commitment to a peaceful and prosperous Indo-Pacific.” — …
Read More» DFC CEO to lead delegation to the Indo-Pacific WASHINGTON – A U.S. government delegation led by U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) Chief Executive Officer Adam Boehler will travel to Indonesia, Vietnam, and Myanmar from October 23 through October 27 to advance economic growth in the region. Boehler will be joined by President and Chairman …
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Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will travel to New Delhi, India; Colombo, Sri Lanka; Malé, Maldives; and Jakarta, Indonesia October 25 – 30. In New Delhi, Secretary Pompeo and Secretary of Defense Mark T. Esper and their Indian counterparts will lead the third annual U.S.-India 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue to advance the U.S.-India Comprehensive Global …
Read More» Today, Secretary of Defense Dr. Mark T. Esper met with Indonesian Minister of Defense Prabowo Subianto at the Pentagon to discuss regional security, bilateral defense priorities, and defense acquisitions. Secretary Esper communicated the importance of upholding human rights, the rule of law, and professionalization as the two countries expand their engagement. Minister Subianto expressed the …
Read More» Press Release: September 18, 2020 Contact: Treasury Public Affairs, (202) 622-2960 WASHINGTON – U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven T. Mnuchin and Minister of Finance Sri Mulyani Indrawati of the Republic of Indonesia remotely completed the signing of the Cooperation Framework to Strengthen Infrastructure Finance and Market Building on September 18, 2020. This cooperative initiative is designed to …
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READOUT OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo joined counterparts from 17 countries for the 10th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers’ Meeting this morning. Secretary Pompeo highlighted U.S. support for principles of openness, inclusiveness, transparency, and respect for international law. These …
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Dear Mr. President: On behalf of the United States of America, it is with great pleasure that I extend congratulations to you and the people of Indonesia on your nation’s 75th anniversary of independence on August 17. The strategic partnership between the United States and Indonesia is rooted in common values, deep people-to-people connections, and …
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Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State August 14, 2020 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the Indonesian people as you celebrate your 75th year of independence on August 17. The 75th anniversary is a momentous occasion and a time to recognize the …
Read More» Readout U.S. Department of Defense August 4, 2020 Today, Secretary of Defense Dr. Mark T. Esper spoke on the phone with his Indonesian counterpart, Minister of Defense Prabowo Subianto, to discuss U.S. and Indonesian military cooperation in the age of COVID-19. Secretary Esper and Minister Prabowo discussed maritime security, defense acquisitions, and military exercises. Both …
Read More» Readout Office of the Spokesperson August 3, 2020 The following is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Cale Brown: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke with Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi today about the continued, strong U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership and the two countries’ shared goal of respect for international law in the South China Sea. …
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Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State July 31, 2020 On the occasion of Eid al-Adha, we wish Muslims in the United States and around the world Eid Mubarak. Eid al-Adha is a time for compassion, generosity, and sacrifice – values demonstrated by Abraham’s commitment to God. Eid marks the end of Hajj, the …
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Statement By Secretary Michael R. Pompeo July 26, 2020 30th Anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act Thirty years ago today, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law. The ADA broke down barriers to access and opportunity, enabling millions of Americans with disabilities to utilize their talents and skills and contribute to strengthening this …
Read More» REMARKS DAVID R. STILWELL, ASSISTANT SECRETARY BUREAU OF EAST ASIAN AND PACIFIC AFFAIRS CENTER FOR STRATEGIC AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (VIRTUAL) JULY 14, 2020 Remarks as prepared INTRODUCTION Thank you, Greg. I’m honored to join you. I commend CSIS for regularly convening leading thinkers on the Indo-Pacific and on the South China Sea in particular. Your …
Read More» Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State July 13, 2020 The United States champions a free and open Indo-Pacific. Today we are strengthening U.S. policy in a vital, contentious part of that region — the South China Sea. We are making clear: Beijing’s claims to offshore resources across most of the South China Sea …
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release May 27, 2020 READOUT Secretary Pompeo’s Call with Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi The below is attributable to Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke with Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi today about the continued strong U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership and international …
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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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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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» Reports indicate that up to 1,000 supporters of Solidaritas Umat Islam Bersatu Surabaya (SOIB) may hold a demonstration near the U.S. Consulate General on Friday, December 15, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. to protest the U.S. recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. The Consulate General expects a large police presence in the …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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