Indonesian Foreign Minister meets Iranian counterpart, emphasizes diplomacy amid regional tensions

Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono met with his Iranian counterpart, Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, in Mashhad, Iran, reaffirming the importance of diplomatic solutions to regional and global conflicts. The two ministers exchanged views on current developments, stressing the need for dialogue, respect for sovereignty, and adherence to international law. Their discussion occurred while Sugiono was part of an Indonesian delegation attending the funeral and tribute ceremonies for Iran's late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The presence of the delegation, which included parliamentary leaders and representatives from major Islamic organizations, underscored Indonesia's commitment to peace, international solidarity, and respect for the Iranian people. The ministers also committed to strengthening bilateral relations through enhanced cooperation in key sectors, encouraging the optimization of existing mechanisms to achieve tangible benefits for both nations. The Indonesian delegation also engaged with Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf to bolster parliamentary diplomacy and people-to-people ties. Indonesia's participation in paying respects at the tomb of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei marked the first official foreign delegation visit, symbolizing the close friendship between the two countries and Jakarta's adherence to its "free and active" foreign policy promoting peace and cooperation.

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Both ministers exchanged views on regional and global developments and reaffirmed the importance of conflict resolution through dialogue, diplomacy, respect for state sovereignty, and international law.