Ambassador Kim’s Remarks at Opening of Boeing’s New Jakarta Office

Ambassador Sung Y. Kim spoke at the October 4 office opening ceremony for U.S. company Boeing, which recently completed a significant investment as part of its commitment to expanding its commercial relationship with Indonesia.  The new Boeing office in Jakarta’s South Central Business District (SCBD), with dozens of newly-hired staff, is also home to a …

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USAID and Humanitarian Forum Indonesia Boost Disaster Management Capacity in Indonesia

JAKARTA – The United States, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and Humanitarian Forum Indonesia have launched the USAID-HFI Strengthening Disaster Management Capacity and Accompaniment of CSOs in Emergency Response, Coordination, and Advocacy (USAID-HFI STEADY) program in a significant step toward enhancing disaster management capabilities and fostering coordination among Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) …

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U.S. Army Soldiers Restore School During Super Garuda Shield

SITUBONDO, Indonesia – U.S. Army Soldiers with 130th Engineer Brigade, Army reserve Soldiers from 412th Theater Engineer Command, and Armed Forces Indonesian (TNI) service members assigned to the 12th Construction Battalion celebrated the completion of a school restoration project with a ribbon cutting ceremony during Super Garuda Shield in Situbondo, Indonesia on Sept. 10, 2023.

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U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris Engages Young Southeast Asian Leaders in Jakarta

JAKARTA – Vice President Kamala Harris met with young leaders from ASEAN Member States and Timor-Leste at the Young Southeast Asian Leaders (YSEALI) Matters Forum in Jakarta on September 6, 2023, in a demonstration of U.S. commitment to young leaders and the future of the ASEAN region, and to champion the importance of youth in advancing …

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Senior U.S. and Indonesian Military Leaders Launch Super Garuda Shield 2023

Surabaya – Super Garuda Shield 2023 officially launched on August 31 following separate opening ceremonies attended by senior U.S. and Indonesian military leaders in East Java.  This year’s exercise is the second iteration of Super Garuda Shield, evolved from the Garuda Shield exchanges first held in 2009, and brings together seven participating nations and 12 observing …

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United States, Indonesia, and Five Other Nations to Begin Super Garuda Shield 2023

JAKARTA – In a powerful demonstration of multilateral solidarity to safeguard a free and open Indo-Pacific region, military services from the United States, Indonesia, Japan, Australia, Singapore, the United Kingdom, and France will participate in Super Garuda Shield 2023 at multiple training locations in Indonesia from August 31 to September 13, 2023. 

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Acting Special Coordinator for the Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment Matza’s Visit to Indonesia

Acting Special Coordinator for the Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGI) Helaina Matza will be in Indonesia from August 22 to 28 to advance ongoing U.S. efforts to facilitate strategic infrastructure investments in electric vehicle supply chains and clean energy solutions for captive power. She will meet with government officials and private sector and …

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U.S. Fulbright English Teaching Assistants Return to Indonesia to Strengthen Bonds Through Education

Eleven U.S. Fulbright English Teaching Assistants (ETAs) arrived in Indonesia on Sunday (8/20), marking a revival of the program after a three-year pause due to the global COVID-19 pandemic and travel restrictions. They will assist in teaching English at Indonesian high schools and vocational schools in seven provinces, including North Sumatra, Jambi, Riau, South Kalimantan, …

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USTDA, Super Sistem Partner on Subsea Cable for Indonesia

Arlington, VA – Today, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency awarded a grant to Indonesian company PT Super Sistem Data (Super Sistem) for a feasibility study to support the development of a domestic subsea fiber optic cable system that will add critical broadband internet capacity in remote and underserved areas of Indonesia. Super Sistem selected Florida-based …

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Secretary Blinken’s Travel to the United Kingdom, Lithuania, and Indonesia

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to the United Kingdom, Lithuania, and Indonesia, July 9-15, 2023. Secretary Blinken will travel to Jakarta, Indonesia, to participate in the annual U.S.-ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, and ASEAN Regional Forum.  At each meeting, the Secretary will emphasize the United States’ commitment …

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United States and Indonesia Celebrate the 247th Anniversary of U.S. Independence

June 27, 2023Jakarta, IndonesiaU.S. Ambassador’s Residence On June 27, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Sung Y. Kim and U.S. Ambassador to ASEAN Yohannes A. Abraham welcomed guests of honor Coordinating Minister of Maritime and Investment Affairs of Indonesia Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan and Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for ASEAN Political Security Community Robert Matheus Michael Tene and …

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United States Invests in Indonesian Coffee and Cocoa Producing Communities

Today the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) launched a new project to promote sustainable cocoa and coffee production in Indonesia in partnership with Olam Food Ingredients (ofi), Rikolto, Hershey’s, and the Government of Indonesia. The Landscape Approach to Sustainable and Climate Change Resilient Cocoa and Coffee Agroforestry (LASCARCOCO) is a joint investment of …

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Press Statement on the Substantial Conclusion of IPEF Supply Chain Agreement Negotiations

Today, the 14 partners of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) –Australia, Brunei Darussalam, Fiji, India, Indonesia, Japan, Republic of Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, the United States, and Viet Nam – announced the substantial conclusion of the negotiations of a first-of-its-kind international IPEF Supply Chain Agreement at the IPEF Ministerial Meeting …

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United States and Indonesia Sign IDR 10.2 Trillion Infrastructure and Finance Compact

WASHINGTON – U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen and Indonesian Minister of Finance Sri Mulyani Indrawati signed the IDR 10.2 trillion ($698 million) Indonesia Infrastructure and Finance Compact – a five-year compact between the U.S. government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) and the Government of Indonesia, with contributions of IDR 9.5 trillion ($649 million) from the …

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USAID, Amazon Web Services, and Elitery Launch ”TALENTA” to Strengthen Indonesia’s Digital Ecosystem

JAKARTA – Today, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), leading cloud services provider Amazon Web Services (AWS), and Elitery, an IT managed services provider, announced the launch of Acceleration of Indonesia’s Transformation to a Digital Economy by Improving Digital Talent (TALENTA), a new partnership to strengthen Indonesia’s digital ecosystem. 

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U.S., Indonesia Partner on Early Warning Systems for Disaster Risk Reduction

JAKARTA – This week, Indonesia’s Agency for Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics (BMKG) and the United States, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to work together to strengthen, develop, and promote scientific and technical cooperation activities.

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United States, Indonesia Announce Partnership on Small Modular Reactor Nuclear Clean Energy

NUSA DUA, BALI – Today at the Indo-Pacific Chamber of Commerce and Industry Business Forum in Bali, the United States and Indonesia announced a strategic partnership to help Indonesia develop its nuclear clean energy program, supporting Indonesia’s interest in deploying small modular reactor (SMR) technology to meet its energy security and climate goals.

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EducationUSA Fair Comes to Surabaya, Jakarta, and Medan: Meet University Reps Face to Face to Learn About Opportunities to Study in the United States

JAKARTA – Representatives from twelve U.S. universities and colleges along with representatives from Indonesian and American scholarship offices will kick off a three city Higher Education Fair tour in Surabaya on February 22. The U.S. Embassy is also hosting fairs in Jakarta on February 25 and Medan on February 28. This is the first EducationUSA fair …

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Government of Indonesia and International Partners Launch Just Energy Transition Partnership Secretariat to Drive Indonesia’s Energy Transformation

JAKARTA – On February 16, the Government of Indonesia and the co-leads of the International Partners Group launched the Secretariat for the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) as part of a week-long series of events and planning meetings for this ground-breaking initiative. 

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United States Supports MORA with English Language Teacher Training

JAKARTA – U.S. Embassy Jakarta’s Regional English Language Office (RELO) launched a new phase of its English Language Teacher Training (ELTT) on February 7, 2023, in partnership with Indonesia’s Ministry of Religious Affairs (MORA).  600 teachers from 17 cities in Sumatera, Java, Kalimantan, and Sulawesi islands – from MORA-affiliated madrasah and pesantren – will receive in-person …

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USTDA and GE HealthCare Help Expand Healthcare Access in Indonesia

Arlington, VA – Today, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency announced that it has awarded a grant to Indonesia’s Ministry of Health (MoH) for a feasibility study and pilot project to develop a national imaging data repository (NIDR). The NIDR will allow healthcare providers to reach, diagnose and treat underserved communities across Indonesia using a cloud-based centralized …

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USAID and Meta Launch Initiative to Improve University Students’ Digital Literacy

JAKARTA – On January 24, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), together with Meta, launched the Saring Daring University Challenge, a new initiative that will engage nearly 200 university students from six universities in Indonesia to promote digital literacy, critical thinking, and positive online communications. 

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Readout of Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield’s Meeting with Foreign Minister Retno L.P. Marsudi of Indonesia

United States Mission to the United NationsOffice of Press and Public DiplomacyFor Immediate ReleaseJanuary 19, 2023 The below is attributable to U.S. Mission to the United Nations Spokesperson Nate Evans: Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, U.S. Representative to the United Nations, met today with Foreign Minister Retno L.P. Marsudi of Indonesia. The Ambassador reiterated the urgent need …

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United States Launches “Resilient Coffee” to Support Indonesian Coffee Farmers

JAKARTA – Today, the U.S. Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), announced the launch of the Indonesia Coffee Enterprise Resilience Initiative (Resilient Coffee), a new partnership with U.S. beverage company Keurig Dr Pepper and Root Capital, a U.S. NGO,  to provide credit to agricultural enterprises in rural communities.  Coffee farming communities in Indonesia …

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MOEF and USAID Announce New Climate Partnership to Support Indonesia’s FOLU Net Sink 2030 Operational Plan

JAKARTA — Building upon the May 20, 2022, signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Ministry of Environment and Forestry (MOEF) and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to jointly support Indonesia’s Forestry and Other Land Use (FOLU) Net Sink 2030 Operational Plan objectives, and following the November 13, 2022, White House Fact Sheet, Strengthening …

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@america Celebrates 12 Years of Dynamic and Innovative Programs for Indonesian Audiences

JAKARTA – The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta’s cultural center @america marked its 12th year of operations on December 15, 2022.  Since opening, @america has been a platform for people throughout Indonesia to learn more about the United States through engagement, dialogue, and entertainment.  In celebration of this milestone, @america hosted a partner program featuring U.S. Center …

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CARAT Indonesia 2022 Kicks off with Indonesian and U.S. Navy and Marine Corps

SURABAYA – The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps began exercise Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Indonesia 2022 on December 7 with the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) and Marine Corps (KORMAR RI) in Surabaya.  Lasting through December 21, the CARAT Indonesia joint, bilateral maritime exercise will take place both onshore in Surabaya and in the Java Sea.

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The United States and Indonesia Partner to Accelerate Development in Papua

Earlier this month, the United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), joined Indonesia’s Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas) to visit the provinces of Papua, West Papua, and Highland Papua for the launch of a new initiative to accelerate development in the region. The Papua Collaborative Governance Indonesia Project (USAID Kolaborasi) is …

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United States Supports the Launch of the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) in Indonesia

On November 15, President Biden, Indonesian President Widodo, Japanese Prime Minister Kishida and other world leaders announced the launch of the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) in Indonesia, a landmark, long-term partnership designed to create an ambitious and just power sector transition in Indonesia, consistent with keeping the 1.5 °C global warming limit within reach.

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Training for a Safer World: Preventing CBRN Terrorism in Southeast Asia

DENPASAR – From October 31 through November 4, 2022 in Denpasar, Indonesia, the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Weapons of Mass Destruction Terrorism (WMDT), along with partners at Merrick & Company and At-Risk International, trained Indonesian and Malaysian stakeholders to utilize behavioral- based threat assessment investigations to prevent, detect, and disrupt chemical, biological, radiological, and …

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With Over 40 Million Doses Delivered, United States Supports Indonesia’s COVID-19 Vaccination Drive

JAKARTA – This week, more than five million doses of donated Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine arrived in Indonesia. With this new arrival, the United States has now donated a total of 40.8 million doses to Indonesia and more than 620 million vaccines to more than 120 countries in every region of the world. This new shipment demonstrates …

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Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III’s Meeting With Indonesian Minister of Defense Prabowo Subianto

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III met with Indonesian Minister of Defense Prabowo Subianto on October 20 to discuss opportunities for further alignment between the United States and Indonesia as the two countries pursue a shared vision of a free and open Indo-Pacific, as well as issues of global concern.

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EducationUSA Promotes Opportunities for Indonesians to Study in United States Through the First In-Person Education USA Fairs Since 2020

JAKARTA – Twenty-four representatives from U.S. universities and colleges engaged with eager Indonesian students in Surabaya on October 11 and Jakarta on October 13, kicking off the series of October EducationUSA fairs organized by the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta.  Nine university representatives will recruit for graduate students at the second set of fairs in Malang on …

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The United States and Indonesia Partner to Accelerate Development in Papua

JAKARTA – On Wednesday (10/19), the United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and Indonesia’s Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas) launched a new initiative to accelerate development in Papua and West Papua, the Papua Collaborative Governance Indonesia Project or “USAID Kolaborasi.”

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United States and Indonesia Strengthen Ties to Increase Indonesians’ Access to Quality Education

JAKARTA – Today, the United States Government, Indonesia’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology (MoECRT) and the National Endowment Fund (LPDP) hosted the Higher Education Forum—Connect and Collaborate. The forum was organized by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID)’s TEMAN LPDP and Higher Education Partnership Initiative (HEPI) programs, two five-year initiatives, each over …

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Ministerial Statements for the Four IPEF Pillars: Trade; Supply Chains; Clean Economy; and Fair Economy

U.S. Department of the CommerceSeptember 9, 2022 Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo and United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai hosted counterparts from the 13 Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) partner countries – representing over 40% of the global economy – at the first official in-person Ministerial meeting. The ministers had positive and constructive …

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U.S. Culture Envoy Supports Indonesian Culinary Heritage Preservation Project

YOGYAKARTA, INDONESIA – On September 14 in Yogyakarta, Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs Lee Satterfield joined representatives of Indonesia’s arts and education community at a U.S. Embassy-hosted gala luncheon celebrating U.S support for  Indonesian heritage preservation. 

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Treasury Climate Counselor Morton and Deputy Special Envoy for Climate Duke Travel to Indonesia to Advance the Just Energy Transition Partnership

WASHINGTON – On Thursday, September 15, Climate Counselor to the Secretary of the Treasury John Morton and Deputy Special Envoy for Climate Rick Duke concluded a visit to Jakarta, Indonesia, where they met with Indonesian counterparts to advance the development of the Indonesia Just Energy Transition Partnership. 

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USAID Deputy Administrator Coleman’s Travel to Jakarta, Indonesia

On September 9-10, USAID Deputy Administrator Isobel Coleman visited Jakarta, Indonesia to underscore the United States’ enduring partnership with the government and people of Indonesia. She met with the USAID Mission staff to celebrate USAID’s long track record of shared successes with Indonesia in promoting education; health; governance; gender equality and equity; economic growth; and …

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Indonesia and the United States Agree to Strengthen Educational Connections and Programming

MAGELANG, INDONESIA – On September 13, the governments of the Republic of Indonesia and the United States of America deepened their commitment to educational partnership by renewing the Fulbright Arrangement. This bilateral arrangement expands upon the Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation in the field of Education signed in December 2021 by Indonesian Minister of Education, Culture, …

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Assistant Secretary of State Satterfield Travels to Indonesia and Qatar

From September 9-16, 2022, Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) Lee Satterfield will travel to Indonesia and Qatar, where she will lead the United States’ delegation to the G20 Culture Ministerial in Magelong, Indonesia and meet with U.S. exchange participants, government officials, and discuss a variety of issues, ranging from the …

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United States and Indonesia Hold “Gema Bhakti” Crisis Response Exercise

JAKARTA – Exercise Gema Bhakti 22 (GB22), a staff exercise between members of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) and Tentara Nasional Indonesia (TNI), opened on September 9 in Jakarta, Indonesia, and will run through September 16.  The exercise is designed to improve joint, operational-level staff planning and processes.  It also promotes positive military relations, assures security and …

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USAID Deputy Administrator Isobel Coleman Travels to Indonesia to Attend the G20 Development Ministerial Meeting

On September 8-10, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Deputy Administrator Isobel Coleman will travel to Indonesia to attend the G20 Development Ministerial Meeting in Belitung and meet with Indonesian leaders, civil society, and USAID partners in Jakarta. At the G20, the Deputy Administrator will reinforce the United States’ commitment to working with key economies …

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Smith Concludes Congressional Delegation to Japan, Indonesia

SEATTLE, WA – Representative Adam Smith (D-Wash.), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, today released the following statement after concluding a bipartisan congressional delegation he led to key U.S. ally and partner countries Japan and Indonesia for high-level engagements with officials about national security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region.

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United States, Indonesia Agree on Framework to Accelerate Indonesia’s Transition to Renewable Energy

NUSA DUA, BALI – Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry visited Bali August 30 through September 2 to participate in the G20 Joint Environment and Climate Ministerial Meeting and for bilateral conversations with the Government of Indonesia regarding accelerating Indonesia’s just transition to renewable energy. Secretary Kerry and Coordinating Minister for Maritime and Investment Affairs …

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U.S. EPA Administrator Regan Engages with Environmental Champions in Bali

BADUNG, BALI – U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael S. Regan met with private sector partners, youth activists, and other stakeholders at the PT Reciki Solusi Indonesia (Reciki) waste processing facility in Jimbaran, Bali, to view firsthand how the company is working innovatively to address Indonesia’s solid waste management challenges.

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Ukraine’s Independence Day

On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Ukraine on their Independence Day, the commemoration of the date in 1991 when Ukraine officially left the Soviet Union and became a sovereign, democratic country. What should be a celebration of Ukraine’s independence is marred by Russia’s ongoing war of aggression.

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United States Announces Partnership to Reduce Ocean Plastic Pollution in Indonesia

SEMARANG, Indonesia—Today, the United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Clean Cities, Blue Ocean program, joined Circulate Capital, an impact-focused investment management firm, and Prevented Ocean Plastic Southeast Asia (POPSEA), a plastic recycling company that is developing sorting and collection infrastructure in underserved communities across Indonesia, in announcing a partnership to expand …

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Indonesia, United States, and Partner Nations Ready for Super Garuda Shield 2022

Service members from Indonesia and the United States, joined this year by those from Australia, Japan, and Singapore, will participate in exercise Garuda Shield 2022 from August 1 to 14, 2022, at Baturaja Training Area, Amborawang, and Batam Island Training Area in Indonesia. Garuda Shield is an annual combined and joint exercise between the Indonesian …

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U.S. and Indonesia Launch Garuda Canti Dharma 2022 Peacekeeping Exercise

The Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI), U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM), and service members from partner nations are participating in Exercise Garuda Canti Dharma 2022 (GCD22) at Pusat Misi Pemeliharaan Perdamaian (PMPP), the Indonesian Peacekeeping Training Center, from July 18 through July 31, 2022. The multinational exercise is the largest annual international peacekeeping field training exercise …

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Secretary Blinken’s Travel to Bali and Bangkok

Press Statement Ned Price, Department Spokesperson July 5, 2022 Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to the Bali, Indonesia, and Bangkok, Thailand, July 6-11, 2022. Secretary Blinken will first travel to Bali, Indonesia, to attend the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, where he will reinforce our commitment to working with international partners to confront …

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Mitigating Impacts of Climate Change, the United States Partners with Indonesian Companies to Promote Sustainable Business Practices

JAKARTA—The United States, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID)’s Sustainable Environmental Governance Across Regions (SEGAR) signed Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) with two Indonesian companies to improve sustainable commodity production and supply chain, land use management, and ensure that communities receive economic benefits derived from sustainable business practices. “Business activities can be a …

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U.S., Indonesian Air Forces to Conduct Cope West 22 Exercise

PRESS RELEASEPacific Air Forces Public AffairsJune 15, 2022 Service members and aircraft from the U.S. Air Force’s 374th Airlift Wing (AW), Yokota Air Base, Japan and the Indonesian Air Force will participate in Cope West 2022 (CW22), a bilateral, tactical airlift exercise at Abdulrachman Saleh Air Force Base, Malang, Indonesia, June 17-24. Approximately 70 U.S. …

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U.S. Trade Mission in Southeast Asia Begins in Jakarta, Seeks Clean Energy Business Solutions and Collaboration with Indonesia

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   June 7, 2022International Trade AdministrationContact: Office of Public Affairs;  publicaffairs@trade.gov JAKARTA – Yesterday, a  delegation of U.S. government and industry officials  met with Indonesian public and private sector leaders to discuss trade opportunities, pursue investment deals, and explore project needs and export financing options, as both nations set sight on solving the challenges of climate change in Southeast Asia, while also empowering …

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United States Advances IPEF Pillars with “Clean EDGE” Trade Mission to Indonesia

Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce is leading a delegation of U.S. business representatives to explore new opportunities and collaboration in the Indonesian market as part of the  Clean EDGE Asia Business Development Mission . It marks the first U.S. government trade mission to the Asia region following last month’s historic signing of the  Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) by President Biden, President Jokowi, and …

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Indonesia and United States Preserve Fish Supply, Protect Indonesian Fishers’ Livelihoods

JAKARTA—Tapping innovative science, technology, and public-private partnerships, Indonesia is capturing accurate data, prioritizing trade of mature fish, and making concrete plans for long-term, sustainable snapper-grouper fisheries management with the support of the United States through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). Through the USAID Supporting Nature and People—Partnership for Enduring Resources (USAID SNAPPER), the …

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Indonesia and United States Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Support Forest and Other Land Use Net Sink 2030 Goals

JAKARTA—Today, Indonesia, through the Ministry of Environment and Forestry (MoEF), and the United States, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), agreed to work in partnership on the Government of Indonesia’s long-term vision for climate-resilient, low-emission development. A memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed by MoEF Secretary General Dr. Bambang Hendroyono and USAID Mission …

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U.S.-ASEAN Summit: Ambassador Kim on the U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership

President Biden will host the Leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in Washington, D.C. on May 12 and 13 for a  U.S.-ASEAN Special Summit . The Special Summit will demonstrate the United States’ enduring commitment to ASEAN, recognize its central role in delivering sustainable solutions to the region’s most pressing challenges, and commemorate 45 years of U.S.-ASEAN …

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Readout of Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield’s Meeting with Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi

United States Mission to the United NationsOffice of Press and Public DiplomacyFor Immediate ReleaseMay 6, 2022 The below is attributable to U.S. Mission to the United Nations Spokesperson Olivia Dalton: U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield met today in New York with Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi.  Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield commended Indonesia on its …

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USAID Announces Rp 103 Billion Joint Initiative for a Sustainable, Climate-Resilient Cocoa Industry in Indonesia

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Mars Inc., and the Institute for Development Impact (I4DI) announce a joint investment of up to $7.2 million (Rp 103 billion) to improve the profitability and sustainability of Indonesia’s cocoa industry. Through the Advancing Cocoa Agroforestry towards Income, Value, and Environmental Sustainability (ACTIVE) partnership, with a duration …

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2021 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices

Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and LaborApril 12, 2022 The annual Country Reports on Human Rights Practices – the Human Rights Reports – cover internationally recognized individual, civil, political, and worker rights, as set forth in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other international agreements. The U.S. Department of State submits reports on all …

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United States Pledges $44 Million to Bring Safe, Clean Water to Communities in Indonesia

JAKARTA, Indonesia — Today, the United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), announced a five-year project in partnership with Indonesia to increase access to safely managed drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) for residents in low-income communities and strengthen climate-resilient WASH services and water resources management. The $44.1 million USAID Indonesia Urban …

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United States Donates 35 Million COVID-19 Vaccines to Indonesia and 500 Million Globally

JAKARTA, Indonesia — With an additional 3.5 million Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines arriving in Jakarta on April 3, the United States has donated 35.8 million doses to Indonesia and over a half billion vaccines to more than 110 countries in every region of the world. As of March 17, the United States has delivered over 500 …

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United States Supports 2022 Civil Society Forum on ‘Advancing Inclusive Democracy in Indonesia’

JAKARTA, Indonesia – On March 30, more than 350 civil society organization (CSO) experts and representatives from across Indonesia gathered online for the third Indonesia Civil Society Forum (ICSF) to discuss common challenges, compare notes on successes, and explore new initiatives supporting tolerance and social inclusion. “Civil society organizations have proven their valuable role as …

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Ambassador Kim Visits Riau Islands to Strengthen Economic and Security Cooperation

JAKARTA, Indonesia – On March 29 and 30, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Sung Y. Kim visited Batam and Natuna, Riau Islands, to engage with Indonesian partners and highlight opportunities for increased bilateral cooperation in economic and security sectors in the province. In Batam, Ambassador Kim met with Riau Islands Governor Ansar Ahmad and U.S. companies …

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War Crimes by Russia’s Forces in Ukraine

Press StatementAntony J. Blinken, U.S. Secretary of StateMarch 23, 2022 Since launching his unprovoked and unjust war of choice, Russian President Vladimir Putin has unleashed unrelenting violence that has caused death and destruction across Ukraine.  We’ve seen numerous credible reports of indiscriminate attacks and attacks deliberately targeting civilians, as well as other atrocities.  Russia’s forces …

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United States Invests Rp 550 Billion in Indonesia’s Efforts to Improve Public Services Through Local Governance

JAKARTA, Indonesia — The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Ministry of Home Affairs has announced a new program to help local governments deliver quality public services in such areas as health services, nutrition, sanitation, and education. The $38.5 million (Rp 550 billion) USAID Tata Kelola Pemerintahan yang Efektif, …

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Debunking Russia’s Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Disinformation

JAKARTA, Indonesia — The Kremlin’s false allegations of U.S. labs and chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) threats in Ukraine are the latest examples of disinformation we have repeatedly debunked over the years in Ukraine and around the world.  Russia, and earlier, the Soviet Union, has long accused the West of the very CBRN actions …

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United States Donates Additional 3.5 Million Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccines to Indonesia

JAKARTA, Indonesia — On March 4, 3.5 million additional doses of safe and effective Pfizer vaccines donated by the United States arrived at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta. To date, the United States has donated more than 32.3 million doses of life-saving COVID-19 vaccines in support of the Government of Indonesia‘s vaccination goals, in partnership …

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We Remain United with Ukraine

Press StatementU.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, Sung Y. KimMarch 4, 2022 This is a dangerous moment for freedom-loving people around the world.  By launching his brutal assault on the people of Ukraine, Vladimir Putin has also committed an assault on the principles that uphold global peace and democracy.  But the people of Ukraine are resilient. They’ve …

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The United States Donates Medical Equipment to Muhammadiyah and Aisyiyah Hospitals Across Indonesia

JAKARTA, Indonesia — The United States, through a partnership between the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and Muhammadiyah, is improving critical tuberculosis (TB) and COVID-19 care for patients by donating $1.6 million worth of medical equipment that will be used in 51 Muhammadiyah and Aisyiyah affiliated hospitals across Indonesia. “COVID-19 continues to challenge the …

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United States to Help Indonesia Prevent Corruption with New Five-Year, $9.9 million USAID Initiative

JAKARTA, Indonesia — On January 24, the United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), announced a $9.9 million program to help Indonesia prevent corruption by boosting civic engagement and promoting integrity in public and private sectors. The USAID Indonesia Integrity Initiative (USAID Integritas) will help the Government of Indonesia address corruption by …

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United States, Indonesia, and Switzerland Celebrate Water and Sanitation Gains for Millions of People

JAKARTA, Indonesia — As a result of a five-year partnership between the United States and Indonesia, more than 1.6 million Indonesians, including nearly 530,000 people from low-income communities, now enjoy access to clean water, and more than 965,000 people have secured access to safely managed sanitation.Since June 2016, through the U.S. Agency for International Development …

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U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Daniel J. Kritenbrink Discusses U.S.-Indonesia Partnership, COVID-19 Vaccines, and Music in “CurioUS” Video Podcast

SURABAYA – U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel J. Kritenbrink is the guest in the tenth episode of the “CurioUS” video podcast which can be watched on the U.S. Consulate General in Surabaya’s YouTube channel ( bit.ly/CurioUS_Episode10 ). The episode premiered on January 15, 2022 at 2:00 PM. CurioUS is …

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Study on the People’s Republic of China’s South China Sea Maritime Claims

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The United States Donates Additional 3.3 Million COVID-19 Vaccines to Indonesia

JAKARTA, Indonesia — Earlier this week, 3.3 million additional doses of safe and effective Pfizer vaccines donated by the United States arrived at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta. On Sunday (12/26), 234,000 doses arrived, followed by 3,086,460 doses which arrived on Tuesday (12/28). With the latest consignment, the United States has donated over 28 million doses …

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JAKARTA, Indonesia — With the delivery of an additional 7,052,760 doses of Pfizer vaccine to Indonesia, the United States has now donated over 25 million safe and effective vaccines to Indonesia, in partnership with COVAX, UNICEF, and the Government of Indonesia. The latest donation of seven million arrived at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta in …

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United States and Indonesia Commit to Advance Democracy and Social Justice Globally Through Bali Democracy Forum and Summit for Democracy

BALI – On December 9, 2021, the United States Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and United States Ambassador to Indonesia Sung Y. Kim delivered remarks at the 14th annual Bali Democracy Forum (BDF) in Nusa Dua, Bali. The topic of the 2021 BDF, “Democracy for Humanity: Advancing Economic and Social Justice during the Pandemic,” …

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The United States Donates 1.5 Million More Moderna Vaccines Doses to Indonesia

JAKARTA, Indonesia — The U.S. government and the American people continue to support the people of Indonesia in the fight against COVID-19. Today, the United States delivered 1.5 million doses of Moderna vaccine doses to Indonesia, part of a continuing flow of vaccine donations, in partnership with COVAX, the Government of Indonesia, and UNICEF. These safe …

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Ambassador Kim Shares Role as Ambassador, Hobbies, and Life in America during “CurioUS” Video Podcast Series

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The United States Donates 3.5 Million More Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Doses to Indonesia

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Construction of the New U.S. Consulate Compound in Medan Strengthens U.S. – Indonesian Partnership in Sumatra

The U.S. Consulate in Medan will soon build a new office in the city of Medan. On November 17, the U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, Sung Y. Kim, opened a soft launch event to kick off the construction of the New Consulate Compound in Medan. The event was attended by Expert Staff to the Governor of North …

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The United States and Indonesia Celebrate Joint Efforts in the Fight Against Corruption

JAKARTA – On November 17, 2021, the U.S. Government through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the Ministry of State Apparatus Empowerment and Bureaucratic Reform, and the Indonesian Corruption Eradication Commission highlighted the achievements of USAID CEGAH (a word that means “prevent” in Bahasa Indonesia).  For the last five and a half years, …

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Announcement of the COVID-19 Ministerial

The world has endured the COVID-19 pandemic for nearly two years.  We have seen more than 5 million deaths worldwide, devastated economies, and destroyed livelihoods.  New variants continue to emerge, increasing the uncertainty about the end of the pandemic. Despite progress in worldwide vaccination, we are not where we need to be.  This is not …

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U.S., Indonesia Commence Bilateral Maritime Exercise CARAT Indonesia

SURABAYA, Indonesia – Military personnel from the United States and Indonesia kicked off Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Indonesia on November 1 in Surabaya.   The 11-day engagement focuses on the full spectrum of naval capabilities and features cooperative evolutions that highlight the ability of U.S. and Indonesia to work together towards the common goal …

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Statement by NSC Spokesperson Emily Horne on National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s Meeting with Luhut Pandjaitan of Indonesia

White House – Statements and Releases  October 18, 2021  National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met today with Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment Luhut Pandjaitan of Indonesia. Mr. Sullivan underscored the importance the Biden-Harris Administration places on our bilateral relationship with Indonesia, our engagement throughout Southeast Asia, and our efforts to promote a free …

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The United States and UNICEF Sign a New Five-Year Agreement to Support Indonesia’s COVID-19 Prevention and Response

JAKARTA – The United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) signed a new five-year agreement to support Indonesia’s response to the immediate risks of the COVID-19 pandemic and its long-term impacts on children. USAID Indonesia Mission Director Ryan Washburn said, “COVID-19 has changed the …

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United States Embassy Celebrates a Stronger, More Inclusive Indonesian Economy

JAKARTA – During a national conference on labor jointly hosted by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Ministry of Manpower, U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) Michael F. Kleine congratulated Indonesia for the country’s recent achievements creating a more inclusive workforce for vulnerable groups, including young people, people with disabilities, and …

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U.S.-Indonesia “GEMA BHAKTI” Crisis Response Exercise Concludes in Jakarta

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Ambassador Kim Visits USAID Supported COVID-19 Vaccination Site Offering Pfizer Vaccine to the Public

JAKARTA – On September 26, U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Indonesia, Sung Y. Kim, joined Dr. Siti Nadia Tarmizi from the Ministry of Health, Dr. Dwi Octavia from the DKI Jakarta Provincial Health Office, and Colonel Piter Dwi Ardianto from the TNI to visit a vaccination site at Cilandak Town Square in Jakarta that …

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U.S. Global Vaccine Donation Commitment Tops 1.1 Billion Doses; 871,650 More Pfizer Doses Arrived in Jakarta on Thursday

At the Virtual Global COVID-19 Summit on Sept. 22, President Biden announced that the U.S. is donating an additional half a billion Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines to low and lower-middle income countries around the globe, with shipments starting in January 2022.  This monumental commitment brings the total number of vaccines donated by the U.S. to over …

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United States Launches a $35 Million Program to Improve Health Outcomes for Mothers and Newborns in Indonesia

JAKARTA – Across Indonesia, two mothers and eight newborns die every hour. Many of these tragic deaths are preventable, reflecting significant gaps in the health care system. To improve health outcomes for mothers and newborns, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is launching a five-year, $35 million program to reduce preventable maternal and …

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U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Trains with Indonesia’s Maritime Security Agency

ALAMEDA, California — The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Munro (WMSL 755) conducted operations and exercises with the Indonesian Maritime Security Agency and coast guard, the Badan Keamanan Laut (known as BAKAMLA), September 20, in the Singapore Strait. Together, the crews participated in ship-to-ship communications drills, multi-unit maneuvering and maritime domain awareness while at sea. “These …

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The United States’ Donation of 4.6 Million Pfizer Vaccines to Indonesia Begins to Arrive

JAKARTA, Indonesia — The United States Government and the American people stand with the people of Indonesia in the fight against COVID-19. Following President Biden’s pledge, the United States is donating 4.6 million doses of Pfizer vaccines to Indonesia to fight COVID-19 in partnership with COVAX.  Today, the second tranche of these 4.6 million doses arrived …

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Business Chambers Facilitate Delivery of Urgently Needed PPE to Indonesia

(Washington) – September 14. The U.S. ASEAN Business Council Institute (USABCI), together with the American Indonesian Chamber of Commerce (AICC), successfully facilitated delivery of 30 pallets of critical relief materials to Indonesia amidst recent COVID-19 outbreaks. The organizations jointly led efforts to coordinate two in-kind shipments from express carriers FedEx and UPS, with expertise and …

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USAF, Indonesian Air Force Improve Humanitarian Assistance / Disaster Relief Skills during Pacific Airlift Rally 21

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii – Airmen from Pacific Air Forces and service members from the Indonesian Air Force will participate in Pacific Airlift Rally 2021 to improve humanitarian assistance/disaster relief skills in Mataram City on Lombok Island, Indonesia, Sept. 6-10, 2021. Approximately 47 Airmen along with one C-130J Super Hercules from the 36th Airlift …

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United States and Indonesia Celebrate Access to Justice for 240,000 People in Marginalized and Vulnerable Groups

JAKARTA – At a virtual closing event today, the governments of the United States and Indonesia celebrated their joint success in enhancing access to justice for marginalized and vulnerable groups through the United States Agency for International Development’s eMpowering Access to Justice (USAID MAJu) program. USAID MAJu was a five-year, $11.5 million program implemented by …

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Administrator Samantha Power Meets with Indonesian Minister of National Development Planning Agency, Dr. (H.C) H. Suharso Monoarfa

UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT Office of Press Relations The following is attributable to Spokesperson Rebecca Chalif: Today, Administrator Samantha Power met with Dr. (H.C) H. Suharso Monoarfa, Indonesian Minister of National Development Planning Agency. Administrator Power acknowledged the substantial loss of life due to the COVID-19 pandemic during this difficult time for Indonesia. …

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United States Provides an Additional $30 Million for Urgent COVID-19 Assistance in Indonesia

JAKARTA – The United States Government today announced $30 million in urgent COVID-19 assistance for Indonesia to purchase additional oxygen, collaborate on ways to boost local oxygen production, and provide medicines to treat COVID-19 patients and save lives. This assistance, administered through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), will also enhance the rollout of …

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U.S. and Indonesia Strengthen Partnership with Garuda Shield 2021 Military Exercise

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United States Delivers 3.5 Million More Doses of Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine to Indonesia via COVAX

JAKARTA, Indonesia – Today, U.S. Ambassador Sung Y. Kim of the United States Mission to Indonesia announced the arrival of 3.5 million doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine from the United States Government.  These are in addition to the 4.5 million doses of Moderna donated by the United States in July. “To slow this surge, …

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1.5 Million More Moderna Vaccine Doses Donated by the USA Arrive in Indonesia Today

JAKARTA, Indonesia – U.S. Ambassador Sung Y. Kim of the United States Mission to Indonesia announced the arrival of 1,500,100 additional doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine from the United States government through COVAX. This shipment is in addition to 3 million doses that arrived on July 11 bringing the total number of vaccine doses …

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Duckworth Announces U.S. Shipment of 1.5 Million American Vaccine Doses to Indonesia as Biden Administration Ramps Up Vaccine Diplomacy

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 12, 2021 Contact: Rachel Huxley-Cohen,  Rachel_huxley-cohen@duckworth.senate.gov New numbers bring total American doses sent to Indonesia to 4.5 million WASHINGTON, DC – Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) announced that the United States sent a donation of 1.5 million doses of the Moderna vaccine to Indonesia today. This new tranche is …

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United States Provides 4 Million Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Doses to Indonesia through COVAX

JAKARTA, Indonesia – U.S. Ambassador Sung Y. Kim of the United States Mission to Indonesia offered his congratulations to Indonesia on the arrival of three million doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine from the United States government on July 11, 2021. The U.S. government will provide an additional one million doses to Indonesia as part of this …

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Secretary Blinken’s Roundtable with Xinjiang Internment Camp Survivors and Advocates

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U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Hails 24 Indigenous Papuan Students Departing for University of Rhode Island, USA

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Indonesia Joins USTDA’s Global Procurement Initiative

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Statement from Secretary Blinken on World Press Freedom Day

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United States and Indonesia Celebrate Shared Successes in Climate Change and Biodiversity Conservation

JAKARTA – At a virtual event on April 28, the United States Government and the Government of Indonesia celebrated shared climate change and biodiversity conservation achievements attained through the United States Agency for International Development Build Indonesia to Take Care of Nature for Sustainability (USAID BIJAK) project. USAID, through BIJAK, strengthened the Government of Indonesia’s …

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The United States Announces Additional $3.5 Million to Support Indonesia’s Vaccination Efforts

Today, the United States Mission in Indonesia announced additional funding of $3.5 million through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to boost Indonesia’s COVID-19 vaccination efforts, bringing the total U.S. Government support for Indonesia’s COVID-19 response to $14.5 million. USAID will use this additional funding to strengthen the Government of Indonesia’s vaccination planning, coordination, …

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U.S. Government Provides USD 8 Million Grant to Develop Innovative Financing to Improve Economic Productivity

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The United States Supports the Empowerment of Civil Society through the Indonesia Civil Society Forum 2021

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The United States is Committed to Support COVID-19 Vaccine Response in Indonesia through the COVAX Advance Market Commitment Initiative

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World Wildlife Day

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U.S. Embassy Creates Leadership Program for Public Officials in Celebration of @america’s 10th Anniversary

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United States and Indonesia Celebrate Shared Successes in Marine Conservation and Sustainable Fisheries

JAKARTA – On February 17, 2021, the United States Government joined officials at the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (MMAF) to celebrate shared marine conservation and sustainable fisheries achievements attained through the United States Agency for International Development Sustainable Ecosystem Advanced (USAID SEA) project. USAID, through SEA, supported the Government of Indonesia to create 14 …

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The United States Partners with Muhammadiyah to Advance COVID-19 Case Management in Hospitals

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Indonesian Company Admits to Deceiving U.S. Banks in Order to Trade with North Korea, Agrees to Pay a Fine of More than $1.5 Million

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE Office of Public Affairs FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sunday, January 17, 2021 A global supplier of cigarette paper products, PT Bukit Muria Jaya (“BMJ”), has agreed to pay a fine of $1,561,570 and enter into a deferred prosecution agreement with the Justice Department for conspiring to commit bank fraud in connection with the …

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Readout of Acting Secretary of Defense Christopher C. Miller’s Phone Call With Indonesian Minister of Defense Prabowo Subianto

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE – RELEASE JAN. 10, 2021 Today, Acting Secretary of Defense Christopher Miller spoke on the phone with Indonesian Minister of Defense Prabowo Subianto to offer condolences for the January 9 commercial plane crash in Indonesia. The Secretary offered Indonesia any support it might need and expressed confidence in the Indonesian government’s ability …

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Readout of Acting Secretary of Defense Christopher C. Miller’s Meetings with Indonesian Officials

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U.S. Provides 83 Ventilators to Central Java to Battle COVID-19

JAKARTA – U.S. Ambassador Sung Kim officially handed over 83 brand-new, state-of-the-art ventilators for use in Central Java in a virtual event on Friday. These 83 ventilators are a portion of the 1,000 ventilators that the United States has donated to Indonesia through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to assist its fight against COVID-19. …

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U.S. Delegation to Visit Indonesia, Vietnam, and Myanmar

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Secretary Pompeo’s Travel to India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Indonesia

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 …

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Joint Statement Regarding Secretary of Defense Dr. Mark T. Esper’s Meeting With Indonesian Minister of Defense Prabowo Subianto

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 …

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United States and Republic of Indonesia Sign Cooperation Framework to Strengthen Infrastructure Finance and Market Building

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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The United States Donates an Additional 400 Ventilators to Support Indonesia in the Fight Against Covid-19

JAKARTA – An additional 400 ventilators from the United States have arrived in Indonesia, completing the donation of 1,000 ventilators pledged by President Trump to President Joko Widodo. “This donation complements Indonesia’s ongoing efforts to combat COVID-19 and demonstrates the ongoing commitment of the United States to lead the global response to this unprecedented crisis– back …

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U.S. Provides Handwashing Stations to Indonesia to Battle COVID-19

JAKARTA – The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), has donated 20 handwashing stations to Bogor District, West Java. Today, U.S. Charge d’Affaires a.i. Heather Variava and Bogor District Assistant for Governance and Community Welfare Renaldi Yushab Fiansyah participated in a handover ceremony at the Ciawi Puskesmas (Community Health Post) …

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U.S. Continues To Provide Ventilators To Support Indonesia In The Fight Against Covid-19

JAKARTA – U.S. Chargé d’Affaires a.i, Heather Variava along with Indonesian Minister of Defense Prabowo Subianto, Secretary General of the Ministry of Health, Oscar Primadi, Jakarta Governor, Anies Baswedan, and representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs witnessed the arrival of the second and largest single shipment of 500 ventilators from the U.S. Government, through …

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UPDATE: The United States Continues to Lead the Global Response to COVID-19

July 29, 2020 Office of the Spokesperson New foreign assistance funding commitments continue to bolster the unparalleled global leadership of the United States in response to COVID-19. The U.S. Government (USG) has allocated $20.5 billion to benefit the international response, including commitments for the development of vaccines and therapeutics, preparedness efforts, and foreign assistance. We …

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On the Occasion of Eid al-Adha

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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The United States Provides $950,000 Grant to International Organization for Migration (IOM) to Combat Trafficking in Persons in Indonesia

Jakarta – Today, on the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, the U.S. State Department’s Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons (TIP Office) and the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta are pleased to announce an award of $950,000 to the International Organization for Migration (IOM) to support “Advancing Measures to Prosecute Trafficking in Persons …

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U.S. Provides Ventilators to Indonesia to Battle COVID-19

JAKARTA – The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), has donated 100 brand-new, state-of-the-art ventilators to Indonesia to assist its fight against COVID-19. The donation delivers on President Trump’s generous offer of these critically needed supplies and supports Indonesia’s urgent response to the pandemic. “Even as the U.S. is battling COVID-19 back …

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Statement By Secretary Michael R. Pompeo on 30th Anniversary of the Americans With Disabilities Act

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 …

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United States and Indonesia Sign Five-Year, US$650 Million Framework to Advance Indonesia’s Development Goals

JAKARTA – The United States Government through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Government of Indonesia, represented by the Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas), agreed to a Bilateral Development Cooperation Framework (BDCF) worth up to US$650 million covering the next five years. Through the BDCF, USAID will work together with Indonesian government …

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United States Commends Indonesia’s Response to Rohingya Refugees

Press Statement Morgan Ortagus, U.S. State Department Spokesperson July 9, 2020 The United States commends the Government of Indonesia and local authorities in Aceh for their response to the arrival of 99 Rohingya refugees on June 24 in Indonesian waters and recognizes Indonesia’s close coordination with UNHCR and IOM.  We applaud Indonesia’s humanitarian actions with …

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The U.S. Embassy and the Smithsonian Institution Partner with the Ministry of Education to Create A “Learn From Home” TV Program

JAKARTA – The U.S. Embassy in Jakarta and the Smithsonian Institution (SI) in the United States, in partnership with the Indonesian Ministry of Education and Culture (Kemendikbud), have launched “Earth Optimism TV,” an educational TV series for Indonesian students, who like billions around the world, are continuing their educational studies at home during the COVID-19 pandemic.  …

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Delivering on American Commitments in the COVID-19 Response with Additional Foreign Assistance

Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State May 20, 2020 Months into fighting the COVID-19 pandemic at home and abroad, the United States is continuing to lead the global charge against the pandemic, building on decades of leadership in life-saving health and humanitarian assistance. Through the generosity of the American people, our foreign assistance …

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Press Statement by Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State on the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr

Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary of State May 23, 2020 Susan and I extend our warmest wishes to Muslims around the world who are celebrating Eid al-Fitr. Over the past month, Muslims at home and abroad have fasted, centered around spiritual reflection, community and values of gratitude, compassion, and generosity, and have adapted to …

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The United States Continues Leadership in the Global COVID-19 Response With More Than $270 Million in Additional U.S. Foreign Assistance

Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State April 22, 2020 For more than a half century, the United States has been the largest contributor to global health security and humanitarian assistance.  Through the American people’s generosity and under the leadership of President Trump, the United States continues this outstanding record in the face of …

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Continuing U.S. Leadership in the Global COVID-19 Response through Additional U.S. Foreign Assistance

Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State April 8, 2020 Thanks to the unmatched generosity of the American people and the efforts of the U.S. government, the United States has continued to lead the world’s public health and humanitarian response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are building on that leadership, with another $225 million …

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U.S. Support for Indonesia’s Response to COVID-19

PRESS RELEASE April 9, 2020 U.S. Support for Indonesia’s Response to COVID-19 JAKARTA – U.S. Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. Heather Variava announced that the U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), will provide $2.3 million in emergency assistance to Indonesia as part of the United States’ global effort to combat the spread of …

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DFC Approves Nearly $900 Million for Global Development Projects

First projects approved by DFC’s Board of Directors will address critical needs in Africa, Indo-Pacific, and Latin America WASHINGTON – The Board of Directors of U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) today approved $881 million in financing and political risk insurance for multiple projects that will advance development around the world. These projects mark the …

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Ambassador Joseph R. Donovan Jr. Bids Farewell to Indonesia, Heather Variava Assumes Duty as Chargé d’Affaires a.i.

JAKARTA – “It is with a heavy heart that I say Sampai ketemu lagi and bid farewell to Indonesia.  Serving as the U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia has been a true privilege, and after three years in this incredible country, it is my conviction that the U.S. – Indonesia partnership offers tremendous promise to both our …

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U.S. Embassy and PELINDO IV Build Capacity of Tarakan Medical First Responders

Tarakan, North Kalimantan – From 28 – 30 January, the U.S. Embassy Jakarta Force Protection Detachment and State-owned port operator PELINDO IV hosted a Medical First Responder Seminar (MFRS) in Tarakan, North Kalimantan.  Thirty participants from PELINDO IV, the Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL), the Indonesian Water Police Unit (POLAIR), the Tarakan Fire Department, the Tarakan Health …

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Indonesian Team Wins Second Place in 2019 Global Zoohackathon Contest

Team Navy Pangolin, a six-member team of young Indonesian coders and conservation specialists, won second place in the 2019 Global Zoohackathon contest. The team created ‘The Pangolin,’ an Artificial Intelligence-powered data extraction and verification tool that data-mines online news articles to find key information about wildlife seizures for efficient analysis of wildlife crimes.  Navy Pangolin …

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Statement by DFC CEO Adam Boehler Following his Meeting with Indonesian President Joko Widodo

JAKARTA – U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) Chief Executive Officer Adam Boehler issued a statement following his meeting with Indonesian President Joko Widodo today in Jakarta: “Indonesia represents an immense opportunity for investment in sustainable, responsible, and inclusive development. This vast and growing market—the largest economy in Southeast Asia—is a regional leader and critical …

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DFC CEO Adam Boehler to Travel to the Indo-Pacific

Visit marks first official travel since the launch of DFC WASHINGTON – Following the official launch of the new U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), Chief Executive Officer Adam Boehler will travel to Japan, Vietnam, and Indonesia January 6 – 10 for meetings with senior government officials and private sector leaders. Boehler will highlight DFC’s …

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Indonesian Young Leaders Join Indo-Pacific Youth Summit in Tokyo

Jakarta – Three Indonesian young leaders joined forty-one others between the ages of 20 and 27 who represented 16 nations in the Indo-Pacific region at the Advancing Long-term Leadership Initiative (ALLI): Indo-Pacific Summit held in Tokyo, Japan, on December 13 and14. The final group of ALLI Summit participants was selected from more than 500 applicants …

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U.S. Marine Corps Celebrates 244th Birthday and 70-year Partnership with Indonesia

JAKARTA, Indonesia – The U.S. Marine Corps is celebrating 244 years of amphibious excellence in the same year that marks the 70th anniversary of U.S. and Indonesian diplomatic ties. Lt. Gen. Joseph L. Osterman, Commanding General of I Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Pendleton, California, recently visited leaders from the Indonesian National Armed Forces while in …

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USAID and Partners in Indonesia Expand Market Access for Small-Scale Spice Farmers

KLATEN – United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Deputy Administrator Bonnie Glick and CBI Global subsidiary PT AgriSpice Indonesia highlighted 35 years of partnership in bringing small-scale farmers into the global supply chain at a small ceremony on Sunday. Deputy Administrator Glick’s visit to PT AgriSpice, located in Klaten, Central Java, celebrated how a …

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Planning a Study in the United States Made Easy: A New EducationUSA Advising Center Opens at American Corner UNAIR

SURABAYA — On November 8, 2019, United States Consul General in Surabaya, Mark McGovern, and Vice Rector of Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR), Prof. Dr. Djoko Santoso, Ph.D D,K0GH., FINASIM,  opened a new EducationUSA advising center at the American Corner located in the Library of UNAIR Campus B. “The new the EducationUSA advising center at the American Corner …

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USAID Announces Budget Increase for Development Programs in Indonesia

JAKARTA — Last Friday the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Deputy Administrator Bonnie Glick met with Mohammad Al-Arief, Special Advisor to Indonesia’s Minister of Finance. At the meeting, Deputy Administrator Glick reinforced USAID’s commitment to support Indonesia’s development and announced USAID Indonesia’s Fiscal Year 2019 budget at $93 million dollars, a $3 million …

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Secretary of Commerce Leads Trade Mission to the Indo-Pacific Region with Stops in Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, October 31, 2019 Office of Public Affairs U.S. Department of Commerce WASHINGTON – U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross will lead a Business Delegation to the Indo-Pacific Business Forum in Bangkok, Thailand and subsequently to Indonesia and Vietnam from November 3 – 8, 2019. This mission supports President Donald J. Trump’s …

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President Trump Announces Presidential Delegation to Attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Joko Widodo, President RI

President Donald J. Trump today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to Indonesia to attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Joko Widodo, President of the Republic of Indonesia, on October 20, 2019. The Honorable Elaine L. Chao, Secretary of Transportation, will lead the delegation. Members of the Presidential Delegation: The Honorable Joseph R. Donovan …

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U.S. Indonesian Embassy Press Release for Dairy Trade Mission RoundTable

While in Jakarta September 30, U.S. Department of Agriculture Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Ted McKinney joined U.S. dairy industry leaders at meetings to discuss enhancing links between U.S. dairy exporters and Indonesian importers. “The United States and Indonesia have a strong bilateral agricultural trade relationship, and dairy products are a major …

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United States Partners with Mastercard to Host Breakfast on Fintech and Women’s Economic Empowerment

Jakarta – On September 24, Embassy Jakarta co-hosted a breakfast event, Silakan Valley: Levering Indonesia’s Innovative Fintech Solutions and Women Entrepreneurs, at the Jakarta Convention Center.  The event, which took place on the sidelines of the Asosiasi FinTech Indonesia’s (AFTECH) first Fintech Summit & Expo, highlighted existing Indonesian, women-led and women-focused fintech companies and showcased …

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U.S. and Indonesia Celebrate Indonesia’s Future Environment Leaders at Homecoming Reception for USAID-CIFOR Fellows

Jakarta – On Monday, the U.S. Embassy hosted a homecoming reception for 20 young Indonesian professionals who recently earned their Master’s Degrees in the United States. Through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) Fellowship Program, USAID provided opportunities for highly qualified Indonesians to pursue graduate studies …

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U.S., Australia, Japan Delegation Travels to Indonesia to Explore Investment Opportunities

JAKARTA — Senior officials representing the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), the U.S. Government’s development finance institution, Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and Export Finance Australia, and the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) this week traveled to Indonesia to explore joint opportunities to support the development of infrastructure in the country …

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Indonesian Armed Forces and U.S. Army Pacific Launch Garuda Shield 2019 Joint Exercise in Eastern Java, Indonesia

The Indonesian Armed Forces and the U.S. Army Pacific commenced participation in the Garuda Shield 2019 exercise which is being held in eastern Java, Indonesia from 19-30 Aug 2019. Garuda Shield is a regularly-scheduled, bilateral exercise sponsored by U.S. Army Pacific and hosted annually by the Tentara Nasional Indonesia (TNI – Indonesian Army Forces). This …

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U.S. Coast Guard Conducts Joint Exercise with Indonesian Maritime Security Agency (BAKAMLA)

The U.S. Coast Guard conducted its first joint exercise with Indonesia’s Maritime Security Agency and Coast Guard, the Badan Keamanan Laut [known as BAKAMLA], August 9-11, 2019, in Batam, Riau Islands Province, Indonesia. In celebration of the inaugural USCG-BAKAMLA training exercise and to commemorate 70 years of diplomatic relations with Indonesia, the U.S. Embassy and …

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U.S. and Indonesian Marines Begin Bilateral Military Training Exchange

MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII – The United States Marine Corps and the Indonesian Korps Marinir (KORMAR) have begun a month-long military exchange program taking place in Eastern Java, Indonesia, and at the Marine Corps Base Hawaii in Kaneohe Bay from August 6 to August 29, 2019. The exchange program, designed to strengthen the partnership between …

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United States and Indonesia Expand Collaboration to Fight HIV/AIDS

JAKARTA – The United States Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and global healthcare company Abbott, are collaborating to support Indonesia in increasing access to quality HIV/AIDS diagnostic and treatment services for those who need it. Over 600,000 Indonesians live with HIV/AIDS, and transmission rates remain consistently high among key groups. …

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Pacific Fleet Commander Visits Indonesia, Strengthens Partnership

Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet Public Affairs (808) 471-3769 www.cpf.navy.mil Release No. 9-19 July 3, 2019 By Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathan Laird, U.S. Pacific Fleet Public Affairs JAKARTA, Indonesia (NNS) – Adm. John C. Aquilino, commander of U.S. Pacific Fleet, wrapped up a multi-day visit to Indonesia July 3, reaffirming the U.S. Navy’s commitment to …

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United States and Indonesia Expand Collaboration to End Tuberculosis

JAKARTA – Today, the United States Government through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company), a U.S.-based global medical technology company, formalized a new partnership to support Indonesia in eliminating tuberculosis (TB) through its National Tuberculosis Program. With an estimated 842,000 new cases each year and 294 deaths …

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Indonesia, the United States, and Switzerland Partner to Bring Clean Water to Urban Indonesians

JAKARTA – At a ceremony today, the governments of Indonesia, the United States and Switzerland unveiled a new agreement to bring clean water to 60,000 urban Indonesians by strengthening seven local water utilities (Perusahaan Daerah Air Minum, or PDAMs) across Central and West Java. The Honorable Joseph R. Donovan Jr, Ambassador of the United States …

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OPIC Chief of Staff Visits Indonesia to Promote U.S. Investment

JAKARTA, Indonesia – Eric Jones, Chief of Staff of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), the U.S. Government’s development finance institution, today traveled to Indonesia, where he reaffirmed OPIC’s commitment to supporting development and investment in priority sectors including digital and energy infrastructure in Indonesia and across the Indo-Pacific region. “With the largest economy in …

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U.S. Embassy Celebrates American Independence Day and the 70th Anniversary of U.S.-Indonesia Relations in Medan

Ambassador Joseph R. Donovan Jr., the U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and Juha Salin, U.S. Consul for Sumatra, hosted a gala event to celebrate the 243rd American Independence Day with more than 400 distinguished guests from Sumatra. This year’s celebration of the American Independence Day also commemorated the 70th Anniversary of bilateral relations between the United …

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U.S. Embassy Celebrates 70 Years of U.S.-Indonesia Relations in Manado

Ambassador Joseph R. Donovan Jr., the U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia, and Mark McGovern, U.S. Consul General to Surabaya, celebrated 70 years of official diplomatic relations between Indonesia and the United States while in Manado. During their time in North Sulawesi, they opened the 2019 Cope West joint military exercise, inaugurated a new partnership between U.S. …

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U.S.-Indonesia Sign Health Agreement at the World Health Assembly in Geneva

On May 21 at the World Health Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland, Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) Alex Azar and Indonesian Minister of Health Nina Moeloek signed a five-year bilateral health cooperation agreement. U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Joseph Donovan Jr. noted, “This important cooperative agreement is another example of the breadth and depth of …

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Ambassador Donovan Highlights Education and the 70th Anniversary of U.S.-Indonesia Relations during Ramadan Visit to West Sumatra

Ambassador Joseph R. Donovan, Jr. visited West Sumatra May 15 to 17 to deepen the United States’ partnership with this culturally and historically significant province. He received a warm welcome from members of the Minangkabau community, meeting with local and regional government officials, Muslim scholars, community leaders, students, and U.S. exchange program alumni. In Padang, …

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United States Consulate General Surabaya Launches Overseas Security Advisory Council and First Responders Training in Nusa Dua, Bali

On April 29-30, 2019, the United States Consulate General Surabaya inaugurated the Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) Bali chapter.  Consul General Mark McGovern and U.S. Mission to Indonesia Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Brendan Murray opened the event, which was attended by over 60 General Managers and Security Directors from OSAC member hotels, as well …

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U.S. Embassy Jakarta Launches 70th Anniversary Digital Platform with Special Exhibit “70 for 70”

JAKARTA – As part of the yearlong celebration of the 70th Anniversary of diplomatic ties with Indonesia, the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta proudly announces the launch of the IndonesiaUSA70th digital platform: indonesiausa70th.com.  A stunning, interactive visual display, the platform allows visitors to explore the breadth and depth of the relationship between the United States and Indonesia.  Highlighting …

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U.S. Embassy Commemorates 70th Anniversary of U.S.-Indonesia Relations With Visit to Lung Barang

A team from the U.S. Embassy in Jakarta traveled to Lung Barang, North Kalimantan March 18-20 to commemorate the rescue of 11 U.S. sailors and airmen during World War II.  The visit and commemoration are part of the year-long celebration of the 70th anniversary of U.S.-Indonesia relations. From 1944-1945, people of the Malinau and Nunukan …

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U.S. and Indonesia Combat Marine Plastic Waste

Jakarta – U.S. Ambassador Joseph R. Donovan Jr., Senior Advisor to the Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs Dr. Tukul Rameyo Adi, and Director of Solid Waste Management Dr. Novrizal Tahar of the Indonesian Ministry of Environment and Forestry witnessed the grants signing today awarding six Indonesian civil society organizations with a total of Rp 18 billion …

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World Tuberculosis Day 2019: U.S. and Indonesia Commemorate and Celebrate 70 Years of Partnership at Borobudur Temple in Central Java

Magelang — At Borobudur Temple, U.S. Ambassador Joseph R. Donovan, Jr., together with Indonesian Ministry of Health Director General of Disease Control and Prevention Dr. Anung Sugihantono and Governor of Central Java Ganjar Pranowo, commemorated World Tuberculosis (TB) Day. This joint event between the U.S. Government and the Government of Indonesia celebrated the 70th anniversary …

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Indonesia-U.S.-Japan LNG Workshop Promotes Energy Partnerships in a Free and Open Indo-Pacific

Indonesia, the United States, and Japan convened a workshop on March 5, focused on meeting Indonesia’s growing demand for liquefied natural gas (LNG).  Over 250 attendees from both the public and private sectors discussed Indonesia’s LNG growth plans and how Japanese, American, and Indonesian companies can contribute through financing and technology.  Japanese and U.S. government …

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Millennium Challenge Corporation Visits Indonesia to Discuss New Compact to Advance Economic Growth

Jakarta – The U.S. Government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Vice President for Administration and Finance (and Head of Agency), Cynthia Huger visited Indonesia this week to hold discussions on the development of a new MCC compact – a large scale five-year grant program. Last December, Indonesia was selected by MCC’s Board of Directors as eligible …

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U.S. Embassy Launches 70th Anniversary of U.S.-Indonesia Relations

United States Ambassador to Indonesia Joseph R. Donovan Jr. hosted a piano concert in collaboration with the Bandung Philharmonic at his residence to launch the Embassy’s year-long program to commemorate the 70th anniversary of U.S.-Indonesia diplomatic ties. This inaugural event, featuring visiting classical pianists Sally Pinkas and Evan Hirsch, showcased musical and cultural connections between …

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U.S. Ambassador Hails U.S.-Japan Partnership on Indonesia’s Jawa 1 Project

During a December 19 groundbreaking ceremony in Cilamaya District, West Java, United States Ambassador to Indonesia Joseph R. Donovan Jr. hailed the contributions of American and Japanese companies in what will be Indonesia’s first power plant integrating natural gas infrastructure and power generation. Ambassador Donovan noted the project, known as Jawa 1, is a product …

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MCC Board of Directors Selects New Bilateral Compacts, Threshold Programs, Eligible Countries for Concurrent Compacts

For Immediate Release December 12, 2018 Contact: 202-521-3880 Email: press@mcc.gov WASHINGTON, D.C., December 12, 2018 – At its quarterly meeting, the U.S. Government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Board of Directors met to select countries eligible for MCC assistance, which is designed to spur economic growth and reduce poverty. The Board selected Indonesia, Malawi and Kosovo for …

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Advancing a Free and Open Indo-Pacific Region

Fact Sheet Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC November 18, 2018 One year ago in Vietnam, President Donald J. Trump laid out America’s vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific, in which all nations are sovereign, strong, and prosperous. This week, Vice President Michael R. Pence reaffirmed the ironclad and enduring U.S. commitment to the …

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Indonesia Civil Society Forum 2018 Builds Skills and Sustainability

JAKARTA – Today, the United States Government through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) along with our international partners opened the Indonesia Civil Society Forum 2018 (ICSF 2018). As a learning platform designed to strengthen Civil Society Organizations’ (CSOs) skills and sustainability, ICSF 2018 will reinforce Indonesian civil society’s ability to help Indonesia …

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International Education Week Kicks Off With Record Number of Students Studying Abroad

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC November 13, 2018 From November 12-16, the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education are celebrating International Education Week (IEW) by encouraging Americans to seek opportunities to study abroad and welcoming international students to study in the United States. International education makes the United …

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Ambassador Donovan Promotes U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership in Natuna

NATUNA – United States Ambassador to Indonesia Joseph R. Donovan Jr., accompanied by U.S. Consul for Sumatra Juha P. Salin, emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership for expanding ties between Riau Islands Province and the United States during a trip to the Natuna Islands November 7 to 9.  During the visit the Ambassador …

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U.S. Government Participates in Fifth Annual Global Health Security Agenda Ministerial Meeting

On November 4-6, 2018, Health and Human Services Deputy Secretary Eric Hargan will attend the Fifth Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA) Ministerial Meeting in Indonesia, which will officially launch the next five-year phase of GHSA, known as GHSA 2024. Delivering on President Trump’s commitment to global health security, he will lead the multi-sectoral U.S. delegation, …

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United States and Indonesia Launch “State of the Sea,” a Tribute to Indonesia’s Oceans and Marine Biodiversity

Bali, October 29, 2018. Today, at the fifth Our Ocean Conference, the U.S Government and the Government of Indonesia launched the “State of the Sea” publication. Presented by the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries in three volumes, State of the Sea is a reader-friendly publication that provides an overview of Indonesia’s marine and coastal …

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Media Note: U.S. Delegation to Our Ocean 2018

The Government of the Republic of Indonesia will host Our Ocean 2018: Our Ocean, Our Legacy in Bali, October 29–30, 2018. Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Judith Garber will lead the U.S. government delegation. The U.S. delegation will also include senior officials from the U.S. Agency …

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U.S. Announces Additional 3 Million USD for Central Sulawesi Earthquake and Tsunami Response

JAKARTA – On October 18, the United States Government announced that it will implement 3 million USD in new funding through the United States Agency for International Development’s Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (USAID/OFDA) in support of relief efforts for the Central Sulawesi earthquake and tsunami response. This additional funding raises the total United …

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Secretary Pompeo’s Call With Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno L.P. Marsudi

The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert:‎ Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke with Indonesia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Retno Marsudi on October 10 to convey his condolences and continued support to those in Indonesia affected by the earthquake and tsunami that struck Central Sulawesi on September 28. Secretary Pompeo and Foreign Minister Marsudi discussed …

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Statement by USAID Spokesperson McCleskey on Additional Humanitarian Assistance for People Affected by the Earthquake and Tsunami in Indonesia

Today, the United States announced an additional $3.6 million in humanitarian assistance to help people affected by the 7.5 magnitude earthquake and tsunami that struck Central Sulawesi in the Republic of Indonesia on September 28, 2018. This funding brings the total U.S. humanitarian assistance for this response to $3.7 million.   As part of the …

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Republic of Indonesia and the United States of America Sign a Letter of Intent on Promoting Strong Cyber Space Cooperation

Jakarta — On September 28, 2018 in Jakarta, Director General for America and Europe of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Muhammad Anshor, representing the Government of Indonesia, and Ambassador of the United States of America to Indonesia, H.E. Joseph R. Donovan Jr., representing the Government of the United States, signed a Letter of Intent …

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Ambassador Donovan Tours PT Freeport Indonesia’s Mining Operations, Supports President Jokowi’s “Win-Win” Vision

Jakarta — Ambassador Joseph R. Donovan, Jr. observed PT Freeport Indonesia’s (PTFI) mining operations and contributions to Papuan development during a September 21-24 visit to Timika and Tembagapura in Mimika District, Papua.  In addition to touring Freeport’s operations, Ambassador Donovan met with local community leaders, law enforcement officials, alumni of a PT Freeport Indonesia-funded scholarship …

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Ambassador Haley Announces Additional Humanitarian Assistance to Those Affected by the Crisis in Burma’s Rakhine State

Today, during a ministerial-level meeting on Burma, Ambassador Nikki Haley announced more than $185 million in additional humanitarian assistance for those in Burma and Bangladesh who have been affected by the Rakhine State crisis. ‎The new funding, which includes $156 million for Rohingya refugees and host communities in Bangladesh, will support the implementation of critical …

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First U.S. Ambassadorial Visit to North Kalimantan Showcases Breadth of U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership

JAKARTA – United States Ambassador to Indonesia Joseph R. Donovan Jr. extended the U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership to Indonesia’s youngest province September 13-15, during the first-ever visit to North Kalimantan by a U.S. ambassador. The Ambassador met with Deputy Governor Udin Hianggio, Deputy Police Chief Zainal Paliwang, Deputy Mayor Khaeruddin Arief Hidayat, representatives of the Tarakan …

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Ambassador Donovan Promotes Strength of U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership in Toba Area

BALIGE – United States Ambassador to Indonesia, Joseph R. Donovan Jr., and U.S. Consul in Medan, Juha Salin, emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership for expanding people-to-people ties between Toba districts and the United States during a trip to the Lake Toba area on September 7 to 9.  Ambassador Donovan spoke at the Del …

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Indonesia and United States Celebrate 100th Joint Orangutan Release

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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U.S. and Indonesia Celebrate Indonesia’s Future Leaders in Send Off Ceremony for USAID PRESTASI Scholars

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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U.S. and Indonesia Encourage University Research Partnerships and Private Sector Collaboration at Annual Conference

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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Two Talented Indonesian Scientists Selected for 2018/2019 ASEAN Science and Technology Fellowship

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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Ambassador Donovan Highlights “Partnerships Across the Oceans” on a Visit to Surabaya

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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MCC Compact Celebrates US-Indonesia Partnerships to Promote Economic Growth, Better Health, Strengthened Government Services for Indonesians in NTB

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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Ambassador Donovan Reaffirms Commitment to U.S.- Indonesian Strategic Partnership in North Sulawesi

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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Ambassador Donovan Promotes U.S.-Indonesian Economic, Strategic and People-to-People Ties in South Sulawesi

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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American Higher Education Within Reach: University Fairs Promote Educational Opportunities in the U.S. for Indonesians

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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Ambassador Donovan Promotes Strength of U.S.-Indonesia Strategic Partnership in Semarang

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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United States, Indonesia and BOS Foundation Release Four Rescued Orangutans in Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park

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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Indonesia and the United States Launch New Project to Advance Health of Mothers and Newborns

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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International Student Enrollment in the U.S. Tops One Million for the Second Time

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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United States Provides $1.1 Million Grants for Four U.S. – Indonesia Research Collaborations

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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United States Congratulates Indonesian Finalist for the ASEAN-U.S. Science Prize for Women

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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University of Indonesia Student Wins the 4th Annual Youth Debate on Human Rights for ASEAN Countries

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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U.S. and Indonesian Navies Embrace Long-Standing Partnership during CARAT

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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U.S. Embassy Jakarta Announces New Counselor for Public Affairs and Press Attaché

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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USAID OCEANS Announces New Partnership to Combat Illegal & Unsustainable Fishing in Indonesia

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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50 Young ASEAN Volunteers Gather in Indonesia for Disaster Resilience Program

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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U.S. Partners with International Pole & Line Foundation to Combat Illegal Fishing in Indonesia

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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Launch of ASEAN-U.S. Science Prize for Women

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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Commercial Deliverables for Commercial Signing Ceremony

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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Statement by Ambassador Donovan on the Visit by the Vice President of the United States Michael R. Pence to Indonesia

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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United States and Indonesia Partner on Energy Development

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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U.S. and Indonesia Launch Five Collaborative Centers of High Quality Research in Indonesia

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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USAID and Walton Family Foundation Launch New Partnership To Protect Indonesia’s Fisheries and Marine Biodiversity

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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Award-Winning Schools Use Active Learning to Improve Education Quality

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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U.S., Indonesia, TNC, and WWF-I Announce $3.3 Million in New Grants to Protect Forests in Kalimantan

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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International Student Enrollment in the U.S. Tops One Million for the First Time

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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U.S. Promotes Blue Economy and Ocean Preservation in Bunaken National Marine Park

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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Gadjah Mada University Students Awarded Grand Prize of the YSEALI World of Food Innovation Challenge

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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Gadjah Mada University Students Named Finalists in International Food Innovation Challenge

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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U.S. Calls for Grant Applications from Indonesian Researchers

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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United States and Indonesia Partnership Supports World-class Education

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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United States Provides $1 Million in Research Funding to Six Indonesian Scientists

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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Pacific Partnership 2016 Departs Indonesia, Completing Final Mission Stop

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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United States Supports Indonesia’s Efforts to Stop Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated Fishing

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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United States and Indonesia Launch $8.4 Million Project to Advance Social Justice

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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New United States Embassy Jakarta Compound Demonstrates Commitment to Strong Ties with Indonesia

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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Indonesia-U.S. Aviation Working Group Seminar

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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American Group Dance Heginbotham Strengthens People-to-People Ties through Dance

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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United States Releases New Public Service Announcement with Slank on World Tuberculosis Day

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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United States Embassy Statement on the Presence of Omar al-Bashir at the OIC Summit

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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Statement by U.S. Ambassador Robert O. Blake on the Supreme Court Verdict

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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USAID Scholarship Program for Advanced Degrees Now Accepting Applications

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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United States Announces New Sustainable Energy Prize for Women Scientists

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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U.S. Ambassador Announces New Support for Indonesia’s Climate Change Goals

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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U.S. Ambassador’s Visit to North Maluku and Papua Focuses on Environmental Preservation, Poverty Reduction and Sustainable Farming

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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Clarification of Issuance of Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens

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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U.S. Condemns Terror Attack in Jakarta

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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New U.S. – Indonesia Partnership to Manage and Protect Forests

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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US Announces New Round of Research Grant

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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US Announces New Round of Research Grant

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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Readout of Secretary Carter’s Meeting with Indonesian Minister of Defense Ryamizard Ryacudu

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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United States Partners with Indonesia to Address Forest Fires and Haze

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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Saving Our Oceans: U.S. & Indonesia Partner to Combat IUU, Preserve Marine Biodiversity

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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United States Announces Launch of Global Innovation Competition

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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United States Announces Launch of Global Innovation Competition

JAKARTA – 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 …

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U.S. Congressional Delegation Meets President Jokowi, Urges Stronger Economic Ties

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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The United States Engages with Indonesia to Advance Cooperation on Geothermal Energy

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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U.S. President Obama Honors Muslims Around the World with White House Iftar: “Whatever our faith, we’re all one family”

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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United States Contributes $5 million to the Indonesia Climate Change Trust Fund‏

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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United States and Indonesia Further Defense Cooperation, Sign Arrangement to Recover the Remains of American Personnel in Indonesia

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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United States and Indonesia Further Defense Cooperation, Sign Arrangement to Recover the Remains of American Personnel in Indonesia

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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U.S.-Indonesia Deepen Cooperation on Aviation, Sign MOU on Increased Technical Aviation Support

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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U.S.-Indonesia Deepen Cooperation on Aviation, Sign MOU on Increased Technical Aviation Support

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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During Aceh Visit U.S. Reinforces Commitment ‎on Multi-Country Resettlement Effort for Vulnerable Migrants

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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During Aceh Visit U.S. Reinforces Commitment ‎on Multi-Country Resettlement Effort for Vulnerable Migrants

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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Statement by Marie Harf, Spokesperson for the U.S. Department of State

“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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Statement by Marie Harf, Spokesperson for the U.S. Department of State

“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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United States Announces $26 Million Expansion of USAID PRESTASI Scholarship Program

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) announced a $26 million expansion to its Program to Extend Scholarship and Training to Achieve Sustainable Impact (PRESTASI). Under the expanded scholarship program, Indonesian public servants can earn postgraduate degrees in the United States or Indonesia in the fields of public policy, economic growth, political science, public administration, …

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United States Announces $26 Million Expansion of USAID PRESTASI Scholarship Program

JAKARTA – The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) announced a $26 million expansion to its Program to Extend Scholarship and Training to Achieve Sustainable Impact (PRESTASI). Under the expanded scholarship program, Indonesian public servants can earn postgraduate degrees in the United States or Indonesia in the fields of public policy, economic growth, political science, public …

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U.S. Assists Trafficking Victims Stranded in Indonesia

The U.S. Government plans to contribute approximately $225,000 in emergency victim assistance funds to help support the efforts by the Government of Indonesia and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) to rescue hundreds of Burmese, Cambodian, Lao, and Thai fishermen who are victims of forced labor and stranded in Eastern Indonesia.  This is in addition to …

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U.S. Assists Trafficking Victims Stranded in Indonesia

Jakarta, Indonesia – The U.S. Government plans to contribute approximately $225,000 in emergency victim assistance funds to help support the efforts by the Government of Indonesia and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) to rescue hundreds of Burmese, Cambodian, Lao, and Thai fishermen who are victims of forced labor and stranded in Eastern Indonesia.  This is in …

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MCC Celebrates Two Year Anniversary of Partnership with Indonesia

Today the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) and Millennium Challenge Account-Indonesia (MCA-I) celebrated the second anniversary of the five-year compact in partnership with Indonesia.  This $600 million USD program—focused on natural resource management, renewable energy, maternal and infant health, and procurement modernization—is built around one goal: reducing poverty through economic growth.  U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Robert …

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U.S. Ambassador’s Statement on the Verdict of the JIS Case

Jakarta, Indonesia – We have been closely following the case of the JIS teachers.  Any case involving allegations of child abuse is sensitive.  Serious questions have arisen in this case regarding the investigative process and lack of credible evidence against the teachers.  In light of this, we are deeply disappointed with this outcome.  We look …

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MCC Celebrates Two Year Anniversary of Partnership with Indonesia

Jakarta – Today the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) and Millennium Challenge Account-Indonesia (MCA-I) celebrated the second anniversary of the five-year compact in partnership with Indonesia.  This $600 million USD program—focused on natural resource management, renewable energy, maternal and infant health, and procurement modernization—is built around one goal: reducing poverty through economic growth.  U.S. Ambassador to …

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An American Education is within your reach, U.S. Education Fair brings representatives from 40 schools to Indonesia to outline educational opportunity

In an effort to help Indonesian students learn more about educational opportunities in the United States, the U.S. Embassy and EducationUSA announce the launch of the Spring 2015 University Fairs in three cities in Indonesia. Nearly 40 U.S. universities, colleges, and community colleges will participate in the university fair.  The event will help explain the …

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U.S. Education Fair brings representatives from 40 schools to Indonesia to outline educational opportunities in the U.S.

JAKARTA – In an effort to help Indonesian students learn more about educational opportunities in the United States, the U.S. Embassy and EducationUSA announce the launch of the Spring 2015 University Fairs in three cities in Indonesia. Nearly 40 U.S. universities, colleges, and community colleges will participate in the university fair.  The event will help explain …

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U.S. Apple Recall Applies Only to One Producer, All Other Apples are Safe

Jakarta — On January 6, 2015, Bidart Bros. voluntarily recalled Granny Smith and Gala apples because environmental testing revealed contamination with Listeria monocytogenes at the firm’s apple packing facility in California. The U.S. provided this information to the Government of Indonesia shortly thereafter.  At this time any illnesses associated with the Bidart Bros. product have only …

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U.S. Apple Recall Applies Only to One Producer, All Other Apples are Safe

On January 6, 2015, Bidart Bros. voluntarily recalled Granny Smith and Gala apples because environmental testing revealed contamination with Listeria monocytogenes at the firm’s apple packing facility in California. The U.S. provided this information to the Government of Indonesia shortly thereafter.  At this time any illnesses associated with the Bidart Bros. product have only been …

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U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake Leads U.S. Delegation to Batam‏

On January 29-30 Ambassador Robert O. Blake led a delegation of twelve U.S. companies and business associations to Batam as part of ongoing efforts to identify trade and investment opportunities for U.S. companies and deepen commercial and diplomatic ties with key cities throughout Indonesia. While in Batam, the Ambassador and delegates met with Kepulauan Riau …

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U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake Leads U.S. Delegation to Batam

Batam, Indonesia – On January 29-30 Ambassador Robert O. Blake led a delegation of twelve U.S. companies and business associations to Batam as part of ongoing efforts to identify trade and investment opportunities for U.S. companies and deepen commercial and diplomatic ties with key cities throughout Indonesia. While in Batam, the Ambassador and delegates met with …

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Community of Democracies to Host Regional Civil Society Consultations and Workshops in Jakarta

Over fifty civil society activists from Indonesia and across South East Asia will take part in the upcoming round of civil society meetings and workshops organized by the Community of Democracies and the U.S. Department of State in Jakarta on January 21 -23, 2015. The Community of Democracies began civil society consultations in May 2014 to …

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Community of Democracies to Host Regional Civil Society Consultations and Workshops in Jakarta

Over fifty civil society activists from Indonesia and across South East Asia will take part in the upcoming round of civil society meetings and workshops organized by the Community of Democracies and the U.S. Department of State in Jakarta on January 21 -23, 2015. The Community of Democracies began civil society consultations in May 2014 to …

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Leveraging the Power of Social Media for Social Good

On the afternoon of January 13 at Jakarta’s Digital Valley, Minister of Communications and Information Technology Rudiantara, U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake, and Indonesian NGO KOPHI launched the “Social Media for Social Good” program, a series of digital literacy workshops set to take place in six cities around Indonesia throughout 2015: Jambi, Makassar, Bangka, Samarinda, Kupang, …

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Leveraging the Power of Social Media for Social Good

JAKARTA – On the afternoon of January 13 at Jakarta’s Digital Valley, Minister of Communications and Information Technology Rudiantara, U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake, and Indonesian NGO KOPHI launched the “Social Media for Social Good” program, a series of digital literacy workshops set to take place in six cities around Indonesia throughout 2015: Jambi, Makassar, Bangka, Samarinda, …

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U.S. Government Supports Justice Sector Efforts to Protect Indonesia’s Biodiversity

JAKARTA – More than 40 members of the Indonesian justice sector and law enforcement agencies gathered together for the opening of a three-day Integrated Justice Sector Workshop on Managing Cases to Protect Indonesian Biodiversity at the Shangri-La Hotel on January 12, 2015.  The conference is co-hosted by the Indonesian Supreme Court and the U.S. Government, through the …

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U.S. Government Supports Justice Sector Efforts to Protect Indonesia’s Biodiversity

More than 40 members of the Indonesian justice sector and law enforcement agencies gathered together for the opening of a three-day Integrated Justice Sector Workshop on Managing Cases to Protect Indonesian Biodiversity at the Shangri-La Hotel on January 12, 2015.  The conference is co-hosted by the Indonesian Supreme Court and the U.S. Government, through the U.S. …

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USS Fort Worth (LCS 3) Arrives in Jakarta for First Port Visit in Southeast Asia

JAKARTA, Indonesia – The littoral combat ship USS Fort Worth (LCS 3) arrived in Jakarta, Indonesia Dec. 22 as part of a 16-month rotational deployment in support of the Indo-Asia-Pacific rebalance. This port visit is Fort Worth’s first in Southeast Asia, and also marks the first LCS visit to Indonesia, an archipelagic nation comprised of …

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USS Fort Worth (LCS 3) Arrives in Jakarta for First Port Visit in Southeast Asia

The littoral combat ship USS Fort Worth (LCS 3) arrived in Jakarta, Indonesia Dec. 22 as part of a 16-month rotational deployment in support of the Indo-Asia-Pacific rebalance. This port visit is Fort Worth’s first in Southeast Asia, and also marks the first LCS visit to Indonesia, an archipelagic nation comprised of 17,000 islands and …

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United States Opens ‘Build Back Better’ – An Exhibition Reflecting on Life in Aceh 10 Years After the Tsunami

JAKARTA – The United States Embassy officially opened the exhibition, “Build Back Better  – an exhibition reflecting on life in Aceh 10 years after the Indian Ocean Tsunami” at @america in the Pacific Place Mall on Thursday. The exhibition is open to the public free of charge on Sundays and Mondays through January 26, 2015. …

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United States Opens ‘Build Back Better’ – An Exhibition Reflecting on Life in Aceh 10 Years After the Tsunami

The United States Embassy officially opened the exhibition, “Build Back Better  – an exhibition reflecting on life in Aceh 10 years after the Indian Ocean Tsunami” at @america in the Pacific Place Mall on Thursday. The exhibition is open to the public free of charge on Sundays and Mondays through January 26, 2015. Developed by …

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The Consulate Announces the Visit of The U.S. Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus and the U.S. Navy ship “USS RODNEY M. DAVIS”

MEDAN – The USS RODNEY M. DAVIS, a U.S. Navy frigate with a crew of 200 sailors will visit Medan, North Sumatra, from October 23-27, 2014. On October 25, the U.S. Secretary of The Navy, Ray Mabus, will arrive in Medan to meet with Sailors aboard the frigate and attend a reception for Indonesian military officers, …

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The Consulate of the United States of America Announces the Visit of The U.S. Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus and the U.S. Navy ship “USS RODNEY M. DA

The USS RODNEY M. DAVIS, a U.S. Navy frigate with a crew of 200 sailors will visit Medan, North Sumatra, from October 23-27, 2014. On October 25, the U.S. Secretary of The Navy, Ray Mabus, will arrive in Medan to meet with Sailors aboard the frigate and attend a reception for Indonesian military officers, elected …

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Secretary Kerry Leads Delegation to Indonesian Presidential Inauguration

On October 20, Secretary of State John Kerry led a Presidential Delegation to Jakarta, Indonesia to attend President Joko Widodo’s inauguration.  Members of the delegation included U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Robert Blake, Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel Russel, Director of the Peace Corps Carolyn Hessler-Radelet, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary …

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United States Supports Quality Education across Indonesia

Leaders from approximately 30 districts across Indonesia attended the National Policy Forum on Teacher Deployment on October 14 to discuss strategies on how to equally distribute teachers based on local schools’ needs, teacher qualification, and student-to-teacher ratio. The Forum was hosted by the Ministry of Education and Culture (MOEC) and the U.S. Agency for International …

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Video Statement by U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake on Indonesian Palm Oil Pledge

On September 24, the United States witnessed the signing of the landmark Indonesia Palm Oil Pledge by the CEOs of Cargill, Asian Agri, Golden Agri-Resources, Wilmar, and the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which reflects the commitment of these industry giants to break the link between palm oil and deforestation.  This Pledge includes industry-leading …

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Video Statement by U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake on Indonesian Palm Oil Pledge

On September 24, the United States witnessed the signing of the landmark Indonesia Palm Oil Pledge by the CEOs of Cargill, Asian Agri, Golden Agri-Resources, Wilmar, and the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which reflects the commitment of these industry giants to break the link between palm oil and deforestation.  This Pledge includes industry-leading …

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United States Awards Scholarships to Indonesians for Master’s Degree Study

JAKARTA – The U.S. Agency for International Development announced the second group of   scholarship recipients under the USAID Program to Extend Scholarships and Training to Achieve Sustainable Impacts II (PRESTASI II), which provides opportunities for Indonesians to earn master’s degrees in selected fields from universities in the U.S. and Indonesia. The goal of the five-year …

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United States Awards Scholarships to Indonesians for Master’s Degree Study

The U.S. Agency for International Development announced the second group of   scholarship recipients under the USAID Program to Extend Scholarships and Training to Achieve Sustainable Impacts II (PRESTASI II), which provides opportunities for Indonesians to earn master’s degrees in selected fields from universities in the U.S. and Indonesia. The goal of the five-year (2012-2017) program …

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Sundance Institute Film Forward: Advancing Cultural Dialogue Travels to Jakarta, Yogyakarta, Denpasar, Banjarmasin and Palangkarya, Indonesia

Sundance Institute and the U.S. Embassy in Indonesia Collaborate to Host Free Film Screenings and Guided Discussions Filmmaker Srdan Golubovic (Circles) and Editor Doug Blush (Twenty Feet From Stardom) travel with the Program Park City, UT — Sundance Institute and the President’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities announced today that Film Forward: Advancing …

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Sundance Institute Film Forward: Advancing Cultural Dialogue Travels to Jakarta, Yogyakarta, Denpasar, Banjarmasin and Palangkarya, Indonesia, Septemb

Sundance Institute and the U.S. Embassy in Indonesia Collaborate to Host Free Film Screenings and Guided Discussions Filmmaker Srdan Golubovic (Circles) and Editor Doug Blush (Twenty Feet From Stardom) travel with the Program Sundance Institute and the President’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities announced today that Film Forward: Advancing Cultural Dialogue will host free screenings …

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U.S. Navy Works with Indonesian Partners in Protecting, Preserving Sunken Gravesite

PEARL HARBOR – U.S. Navy underwater archeologists, in conjunction with Indonesian Navy divers, have assessed in an interim report that the wrecked vessel surveyed in the Java Sea in June is “consistent with the identification” of the World War II wreck of the cruiser USS Houston (CA 30), and that divers documented conclusive evidence of …

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U.S. Navy Works with Indonesian Partners in Protecting, Preserving Sunken Gravesite

U.S. Navy underwater archeologists, in conjunction with Indonesian Navy divers, have assessed in an interim report that the wrecked vessel surveyed in the Java Sea in June is “consistent with the identification” of the World War II wreck of the cruiser USS Houston (CA 30), and that divers documented conclusive evidence of a pattern of …

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Ambassador Blake Visits PT. Goodyear Indonesia, Tbk, Highlights Company’s Support to Indonesia’s Growing Auto Sector

Jakarta – On July 14, U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake traveled to Bogor, Indonesia, to visit PT. Goodyear Indonesia, Tbk’s manufacturing facilities to highlight the long-term contributions of U.S. companies in Indonesia.  Ambassador Blake congratulated Goodyear for its contributions toward improving the safety and quality of automobiles in Indonesia and across the region with its tire technology and products, as well as …

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Ambassador Blake Visits PT. Goodyear Indonesia, Tbk, Highlights Company’s Support to Indonesia’s Growing Auto Sector

On July 14, U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake traveled to Bogor, Indonesia, to visit PT. Goodyear Indonesia, Tbk’s manufacturing facilities to highlight the long-term contributions of U.S. companies in Indonesia.  Ambassador Blake congratulated Goodyear for its contributions toward improving the safety and quality of automobiles in Indonesia and across the region with its tire technology and products, as well as …

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Fluidic Energy: Producing Cost-Efficient, Environmentally Friendly Cellular Tower Batteries in Indonesia

U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Robert Blake visited the American-owned Fluidic Energy factory in Bogor on July 14.  Based in Phoenix, Arizona, Fluidic Energy uses metal-air battery technology and integrated intelligence to develop energy storage solutions for various peak shaving applications.  PT Fluidic Energy Indonesia (FEI) opened their Indonesian manufacturing plant in 2010, and partners with …

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Fluidic Energy: Producing Cost-Efficient, Environmentally Friendly Cellular Tower Batteries in Indonesia

U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Robert Blake visited the American-owned Fluidic Energy factory in Bogor on July 14.  Based in Phoenix, Arizona, Fluidic Energy uses metal-air battery technology and integrated intelligence to develop energy storage solutions for various peak shaving applications.  PT Fluidic Energy Indonesia (FEI) opened their Indonesian manufacturing plant in 2010, and partners with …

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U.S. Ambassador Highlights Comprehensive Cooperation in Papua and West Papua

Jayapura – From June 8-13, 2014, Ambassador Robert Blake traveled to the provinces of Papua and West Papua to meet with government officials, civil society leaders, alumni of U.S. exchange programs, and visit U.S. government-supported programs that combat HIV/AIDS, support marine biodiversity, and improve health care services.   Ambassador Blake’s six day visit is part of …

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U.S. Ambassador Highlights Comprehensive Cooperation in Papua and West Papua

From June 8-13, 2014, Ambassador Robert Blake traveled to the provinces of Papua and West Papua to meet with government officials, civil society leaders, alumni of U.S. exchange programs, and visit U.S. government-supported programs that combat HIV/AIDS, support marine biodiversity, and improve health care services.   Ambassador Blake’s six day visit is part of his …

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Be a Hero, Donate Blood — “Blood4Nation” Campaign Saving Lives

JAKARTA – On May 6-7, the U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesian Red Cross (PMI), and NGO Blood4Life will hold a national blood drive in Jakarta and five other cities around Indonesia.  Blood4Nation seeks to promote and highlight the importance of donating blood to keep a reliable blood supply for Indonesia and provide a live-saving resource to patients …

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U.S. and Indonesia Award Grants to Promote Forest Conservation and Combat Climate Change

JAKARTA – U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake and Indonesia Minister of Forestry Zulkifli Hasan launched the first round of forest conservation grants under the $28.5 million Tropical Forest Conservation Act (TFCA) Kalimantan.  The awards to nine organizations, which will initially work in Kapuas Hulu District (West Kalimantan) and Berau, Mahakam Ulu and Kutai Barat Districts (East Kalimantan), …

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U.S. and Indonesia Award Grants to Promote Forest Conservation and Combat Climate Change

U.S. Ambassador Robert Blake and Indonesia Minister of Forestry Zulkifli Hasan launched the first round of forest conservation grants under the $28.5 million Tropical Forest Conservation Act (TFCA) Kalimantan.  The awards to nine organizations, which will initially work in Kapuas Hulu District (West Kalimantan) and Berau, Mahakam Ulu and Kutai Barat Districts (East Kalimantan), support …

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Ambassador Blake Visits Chevron’s Salak Geothermal Plant to Highlight Geothermal Energy Potential

JAKARTA – U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Robert Blake visited the largest geothermal power plant in Indonesia on April 10.  The 377 megawatt Salak geothermal power plant operated by Chevron Geothermal Salak, which has contributed to national electricity needs since 1994, is an example of the important role of U.S. companies in supporting Indonesia’s energy and …

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