ASIATODAY.ID, MASHHAD — Indonesia reaffirmed its long-standing partnership with Iran as Foreign Minister Sugiono held high-level talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi in Mashhad on Friday, highlighting Jakarta’s commitment to diplomacy and regional stability at a time of growing uncertainty across the Middle East.
The bilateral meeting took place during the Indonesian delegation’s visit to Iran to attend official funeral ceremonies and pay final respects to the late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, following an invitation from the Iranian government.
During the talks, both foreign ministers agreed to further strengthen Indonesia–Iran relations by accelerating practical cooperation in priority sectors and improving the implementation of existing bilateral agreements. Sugiono emphasized the importance of making bilateral mechanisms more effective so that cooperation delivers tangible economic and social benefits for both countries.
The two ministers also exchanged views on regional and global developments, reaffirming that dialogue, diplomacy, respect for sovereignty, and adherence to international law remain the most effective path toward resolving conflicts and preserving regional peace.
Indonesia’s delegation was led by Foreign Minister Sugiono and Speaker of the People’s Consultative Assembly (MPR) Ahmad Muzani. It also included Nahdlatul Ulama (PBNU) Chairman Yahya Cholil Staquf and Muhammadiyah Chairman Haedar Nashir, reflecting broad national representation and Indonesia’s support for interfaith dialogue, peace, and solidarity with the Iranian people.
Beyond the foreign ministers’ meeting, the Indonesian delegation held discussions with Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening parliamentary diplomacy, expanding exchanges between legislators, and fostering closer people-to-people ties as an important pillar of bilateral relations.
According to Indonesia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Indonesia became the first official foreign delegation to pay tribute at Ayatollah Khamenei’s burial site within the Imam Reza Shrine complex in Mashhad, underscoring the close diplomatic ties between the two countries.
The visit comes as the Middle East continues to face heightened geopolitical uncertainty. Against this backdrop, Indonesia’s engagement with Iran reflects Jakarta’s consistent commitment to its independent and active foreign policy, maintaining constructive relations with all partners while advocating dialogue, peaceful conflict resolution, and international cooperation.
Indonesia and Iran have maintained diplomatic relations for more than seven decades, with cooperation spanning trade, education, culture, and multilateral diplomacy. Both governments have repeatedly expressed interest in expanding economic and strategic cooperation despite an increasingly complex global geopolitical landscape. (AT Network)
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