Indonesia Urges China to Mediate in Middle East Conflict
During high-level talks, Indonesian President Joko Widodo calls on China to leverage its diplomatic influence to prevent escalation in Middle East tensions.
- Indonesia's President Joko Widodo met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to discuss the Middle East situation and other bilateral issues.
- Widodo emphasized the importance of China's role in preventing further conflict in the Middle East, highlighting the ongoing support for Palestine's UN membership.
- The talks also covered economic cooperation, with China being Indonesia's largest trade partner and a significant investor in its new capital city project.
- Indonesia and China discussed enhancing defense ties and conducting joint military exercises, reflecting deeper strategic engagement.
- Chinese officials urged the US to respect international law following a controversial statement regarding a UN resolution on Gaza.