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IDXChannel - Australia's Governor-General David Hurley is set to visit Indonesia from 14-18 May. The visit is an opportunity to celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
During the visit, Hurley will meet with President Joko Widodo (Jokowi).
“Indonesia is — and always will be — one of Australia’s most important strategic partners," the Governor-General said in a statement on Monday (13/8/2024).
"Neighbours by geography, we are partners and friends by choice. I aim to celebrate that friendship and acknowledge the many people from both nations who contribute to it during my visit,” he added.
The Governor-General will also visit the Istiqlal Mosque and Jakarta Cathedral and speak at a gala event to celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations.
He will also meet with the Defence Alumni Association of Indonesia - Australia (IKAHAN) Senior Advisory Group and alumni to celebrate 50 years of military academy exchanges. The Governor-General helped co-found IKAHAN while serving in the Australian Defence Force.
Margaret Beazley, Governor of New South Wales, will serve as Administrator of the Government of the Commonwealth of Australia during the visit. (WHY)
