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JOINT STATEMENT
BETWEEN
BRUNEI DARUSSALAM AN D THE REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA
ON THE OCCASION OF THE STATE VISIT OF
HIS EXCELLENCY DR. SUSILO BAMBANG YUDHOYONO
PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA
TO B RUNEI DARUSSALAM
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, 24-25 FEBRUARY 2011
1.
At the invitation of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin
Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, His
Excellency Dato Laila Utama Dr. Haji Susilo Bamba.ng Yudhoyono,
President of the Republic of Indonesia, made a State visit to Brunei
Darussalam from 24 to 25 February 2011. This was the President's second
visit since taking office in 2004.
2.
The Meeting between the two Leaders took place at lstana Nurul lman, in
which they exchanged views on bilateral relations as well as regional and
international issues of common interest. They acknowledged that the close
neighbourly ties enjoyed by the two countries are based on historical
linkages and shared common interests. In this regard, both Leaders
reiterated their commitment to further enhance the two countries' close
partnership for their mutual benefit.
3.
Both Leaders expressed satisfaction with the excellent progress in bilateral
relations. They recognised the importance of regular exchanges and visits
in deepening the close relations and pledged to encourage more
exchanges in the future.
4.
His Excellency also expressed the Republic of Indonesia's sincere
appreciation for the contributions and assistance rendered by the
Government of Brunei Darussalam to the victims affected by the tsunami in
Mentawai Island and the eruption of Mount Merapi, Indonesia in October
2010.
5. Both Leaders also expressed their deep condolences and sympathies over
the loss of life and widespread damage caused by the recent earthquake in
Christchurch and offered their support to the people and government of New
Zealand during this very difficult tim:e.
6.
Both Leaders noted with satisfaction the progress made in defence
cooperation, which over the years has contributed to greater understanding
and confidence building. In this regard, His Majesty invited Indonesia's
National Armed Forces to participate in the Brunei International Defence
Exhibition (BRIDEX), the Brunei International Tattoo and the Fleet Review,
in conjunction with the Golden Jubilee of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces
(RBAF) this year.
7.
Both
Leaders
Understanding
welcomed
(MOU)
on
the
ratification
Defence
of
the
Cooperation
Memorandum
between
of
Brunei
Darussalam and Indonesia, especially on the establishment of the Joint
Defence Cooperation Committee. They also reaffirmed their desire to
strengthen and enhance cooperation in this field.
8.
Both Leaders also recognized the important contributions made by their
respective private sectors and hoped that the MOU between Brunei
Darussalam's National Chambers of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) and
Indonesia's National Chambers of Commerce and Industry (KADIN) would
be signed in the near future.
9.
Both Leaders identified economic cooperation as an important component
in their countries' relations and agreed that there was scope for further
expansion. They viewed that there was considerable potential in many
sectors, and reiterated their commitment to deepen and diversify the scope
of trade and investment exchanges. In this regard, His Excellency
encouraged Brunei Darussalam to increase their investment in various
industries in Indonesia, such as renewable energy.
10. Both Leaders expressed their satisfaction with the signing of the MOU on
the Cooperation in Agriculture between Brunei Darussalam and the
Republic of Indonesia. Both Leaders acknowledged the importance of the
MOU in improving the capabilities of both countries in addressing issues of
food safety and security.
11. Both Leaders further agreed on the need to enhance marine and fisheries
cooperation. To this end, both Leaders welcomed the signing of the Letter
of Intent on Marine and Fisheries Cooperation, and urged their respective
Ministries to finalise the MOU on Fisheries Cooperation.
12. Both Leaders reiterated the importance of further promot1ng bilateral
cooperation on health and encouraged both countries to finalise the MOU
on Health.
13. Recalling the ASEAN Leaders' Statement on Sustained Recovery and
Development of 9 April 2010, both Leaders reaffirmed the importance of
regional infrastructure development and connectivity for sustainable global
economic recovery. Both Leaders also urged their respective Ministries
responsible for transport to enhance bilateral cooperation in potential new
areas.
14. Both Leaders encourage enhanced cooperation in other areas such as in
education, culture and sports. In this respect, His Majesty conveyed his
best wishes for the successful hosting of the 26th South East Asian (SEA)
Games in Palembang in November 2011.
15. Both Leaders acknowledged the importance of people-to-people contact in
strengthening bilateral relations and noted that more should be done to
facilitate tourists' movement between the two countries.
16. On consular matters, both Leaders noted the progress in the discussion on
the draft Arrangements on Consular Notification and Assistance between
Brunei Darussalam and Indonesia. In this regard, the Leaders expressed
the hope that the relevant Ministries would expedite the finalisation of the
draft, as a basis for cooperation in protecting their respective cit1zens.
17. Both Leaders also agreed to strengthen cooperation in regional and
international affairs. His Majesty expressed Brunei Darussalam's support
for Indonesia's chairmanship in A SEAN this year. Both Leaders reaffirmed
their commitment to work closely towards the attainment of ASEAN
Con1munity in 2015. Both Leaders also recognized the central role of
ASEAN and the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) in promoting regional and
international peace, security and prosperity.
18. Both Leaders also welcomed the outcome of the recent Informal Meeting of
the ASEAN Foreign Ministers held in Jakarta on 22 February 2011, in
particular, the commitment by Cambodia and Thailand to avoid further
armed clashes in the affected areas of the Cambodia-Thailand border.
19. Both Leaders recognized the importance of the Brunei-lndonesia-MalaysiaPhilippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) as a platform for
economic development. Both Leaders also agreed to further enhance the
cooperation on forest conservation through the Heart of Borneo initiative,
which could contribute to addressing climate change.
20. Both Leaders also shared the view that Brunei Darussalam and Indonesia
should continue to cooperate in international fora, namely the United
Nations (UN), Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), Organisation of
the Islamic Conference (OIC), as well as the Non-Aligned Movement
(NAM), in accordance with the international agreements subscribed by both
countries and the UN Charter.
21. His Excellency extended his appreciation for Brunei Darussalam's support
to
the
Non-Aligned
Movement
Centre
for
South-South
Technical
Cooperation (NAM-CSSTC).
22. H·is Majesty commended Indonesia's leading efforts in enhancing regional
and international cooperation and expressed support for Indonesia's
chairmanship of APEC in 2013 as well as Indonesia's role in G-20.
23. His Majesty expressed appreciation for His Excellency's efforts in
highlighting important regional and international issues, such as those
pertaining to globalization, climate change and democracy. With regard to
the promotion of democracy, His Majesty also expressed continued support
for His Excellency's role in the Bali Democracy Forum.
24. Both Leaders expressed satisfaction with the outcome of the visit and
concluded that this has further strengthened the close relations between
Brunei Darussalam and Indonesia.
25. His Excellency expressed his gratitude and appreciation to His Majesty and
the Government and the people of Brunei Darussalam for the warm
welcome and generous hospitality accorded to him and Datin lbu Hajah Ani
Yudhoyono during their visit. His Excellency also extended an invitation for
His Majesty and Her Majesty Raja lsteri Pengiran Anak Hajah Saleha to
visit Indonesia.
Bandar Seri Begawan, 24 February 2011
BETWEEN
BRUNEI DARUSSALAM AN D THE REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA
ON THE OCCASION OF THE STATE VISIT OF
HIS EXCELLENCY DR. SUSILO BAMBANG YUDHOYONO
PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA
TO B RUNEI DARUSSALAM
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, 24-25 FEBRUARY 2011
1.
At the invitation of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin
Waddaulah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, His
Excellency Dato Laila Utama Dr. Haji Susilo Bamba.ng Yudhoyono,
President of the Republic of Indonesia, made a State visit to Brunei
Darussalam from 24 to 25 February 2011. This was the President's second
visit since taking office in 2004.
2.
The Meeting between the two Leaders took place at lstana Nurul lman, in
which they exchanged views on bilateral relations as well as regional and
international issues of common interest. They acknowledged that the close
neighbourly ties enjoyed by the two countries are based on historical
linkages and shared common interests. In this regard, both Leaders
reiterated their commitment to further enhance the two countries' close
partnership for their mutual benefit.
3.
Both Leaders expressed satisfaction with the excellent progress in bilateral
relations. They recognised the importance of regular exchanges and visits
in deepening the close relations and pledged to encourage more
exchanges in the future.
4.
His Excellency also expressed the Republic of Indonesia's sincere
appreciation for the contributions and assistance rendered by the
Government of Brunei Darussalam to the victims affected by the tsunami in
Mentawai Island and the eruption of Mount Merapi, Indonesia in October
2010.
5. Both Leaders also expressed their deep condolences and sympathies over
the loss of life and widespread damage caused by the recent earthquake in
Christchurch and offered their support to the people and government of New
Zealand during this very difficult tim:e.
6.
Both Leaders noted with satisfaction the progress made in defence
cooperation, which over the years has contributed to greater understanding
and confidence building. In this regard, His Majesty invited Indonesia's
National Armed Forces to participate in the Brunei International Defence
Exhibition (BRIDEX), the Brunei International Tattoo and the Fleet Review,
in conjunction with the Golden Jubilee of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces
(RBAF) this year.
7.
Both
Leaders
Understanding
welcomed
(MOU)
on
the
ratification
Defence
of
the
Cooperation
Memorandum
between
of
Brunei
Darussalam and Indonesia, especially on the establishment of the Joint
Defence Cooperation Committee. They also reaffirmed their desire to
strengthen and enhance cooperation in this field.
8.
Both Leaders also recognized the important contributions made by their
respective private sectors and hoped that the MOU between Brunei
Darussalam's National Chambers of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) and
Indonesia's National Chambers of Commerce and Industry (KADIN) would
be signed in the near future.
9.
Both Leaders identified economic cooperation as an important component
in their countries' relations and agreed that there was scope for further
expansion. They viewed that there was considerable potential in many
sectors, and reiterated their commitment to deepen and diversify the scope
of trade and investment exchanges. In this regard, His Excellency
encouraged Brunei Darussalam to increase their investment in various
industries in Indonesia, such as renewable energy.
10. Both Leaders expressed their satisfaction with the signing of the MOU on
the Cooperation in Agriculture between Brunei Darussalam and the
Republic of Indonesia. Both Leaders acknowledged the importance of the
MOU in improving the capabilities of both countries in addressing issues of
food safety and security.
11. Both Leaders further agreed on the need to enhance marine and fisheries
cooperation. To this end, both Leaders welcomed the signing of the Letter
of Intent on Marine and Fisheries Cooperation, and urged their respective
Ministries to finalise the MOU on Fisheries Cooperation.
12. Both Leaders reiterated the importance of further promot1ng bilateral
cooperation on health and encouraged both countries to finalise the MOU
on Health.
13. Recalling the ASEAN Leaders' Statement on Sustained Recovery and
Development of 9 April 2010, both Leaders reaffirmed the importance of
regional infrastructure development and connectivity for sustainable global
economic recovery. Both Leaders also urged their respective Ministries
responsible for transport to enhance bilateral cooperation in potential new
areas.
14. Both Leaders encourage enhanced cooperation in other areas such as in
education, culture and sports. In this respect, His Majesty conveyed his
best wishes for the successful hosting of the 26th South East Asian (SEA)
Games in Palembang in November 2011.
15. Both Leaders acknowledged the importance of people-to-people contact in
strengthening bilateral relations and noted that more should be done to
facilitate tourists' movement between the two countries.
16. On consular matters, both Leaders noted the progress in the discussion on
the draft Arrangements on Consular Notification and Assistance between
Brunei Darussalam and Indonesia. In this regard, the Leaders expressed
the hope that the relevant Ministries would expedite the finalisation of the
draft, as a basis for cooperation in protecting their respective cit1zens.
17. Both Leaders also agreed to strengthen cooperation in regional and
international affairs. His Majesty expressed Brunei Darussalam's support
for Indonesia's chairmanship in A SEAN this year. Both Leaders reaffirmed
their commitment to work closely towards the attainment of ASEAN
Con1munity in 2015. Both Leaders also recognized the central role of
ASEAN and the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) in promoting regional and
international peace, security and prosperity.
18. Both Leaders also welcomed the outcome of the recent Informal Meeting of
the ASEAN Foreign Ministers held in Jakarta on 22 February 2011, in
particular, the commitment by Cambodia and Thailand to avoid further
armed clashes in the affected areas of the Cambodia-Thailand border.
19. Both Leaders recognized the importance of the Brunei-lndonesia-MalaysiaPhilippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) as a platform for
economic development. Both Leaders also agreed to further enhance the
cooperation on forest conservation through the Heart of Borneo initiative,
which could contribute to addressing climate change.
20. Both Leaders also shared the view that Brunei Darussalam and Indonesia
should continue to cooperate in international fora, namely the United
Nations (UN), Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), Organisation of
the Islamic Conference (OIC), as well as the Non-Aligned Movement
(NAM), in accordance with the international agreements subscribed by both
countries and the UN Charter.
21. His Excellency extended his appreciation for Brunei Darussalam's support
to
the
Non-Aligned
Movement
Centre
for
South-South
Technical
Cooperation (NAM-CSSTC).
22. H·is Majesty commended Indonesia's leading efforts in enhancing regional
and international cooperation and expressed support for Indonesia's
chairmanship of APEC in 2013 as well as Indonesia's role in G-20.
23. His Majesty expressed appreciation for His Excellency's efforts in
highlighting important regional and international issues, such as those
pertaining to globalization, climate change and democracy. With regard to
the promotion of democracy, His Majesty also expressed continued support
for His Excellency's role in the Bali Democracy Forum.
24. Both Leaders expressed satisfaction with the outcome of the visit and
concluded that this has further strengthened the close relations between
Brunei Darussalam and Indonesia.
25. His Excellency expressed his gratitude and appreciation to His Majesty and
the Government and the people of Brunei Darussalam for the warm
welcome and generous hospitality accorded to him and Datin lbu Hajah Ani
Yudhoyono during their visit. His Excellency also extended an invitation for
His Majesty and Her Majesty Raja lsteri Pengiran Anak Hajah Saleha to
visit Indonesia.
Bandar Seri Begawan, 24 February 2011