Jakarta – The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) applauded Indonesia’s unending commitment towards human rights and humanitarian assistance for the people of Indonesia and the world.
In his meeting with the Presidential Chief of Staff Moeldoko, ICRC Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific, Christine Cipolla, also said that Indonesia has showcased best practice in the implementation of the law of armed conflict and human rights law in military operational contexts.
Particularly, Christine was in awe with the Senior Workshop on International Rules Governing Military Operations (SWIRMO) which was held in Bali on November 21-26 in Bali. The forum, which was organized by the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), was attended by 130 military officers from around 85 countries to exchange ideas on the application of international legal framework applicable to modern military operations.
“We really see the implications of Indonesia as a voice of moderation. For example, Indonesia can bring Ukraine and Russia to join the same forum, no conflict, no fighting. So we can see how important Indonesia’s role is. Therefore, we want to thank you,” said Christine, during a meeting with Moeldoko at the Bina Graha Building, Jakarta, Monday (28/11).
Besides, Indonesia’s commitment indeed can not be taken lightly. The country has also donated USD 500,000 or around IDR 7.14 billion to the ICRC for humanitarian assistance programs in Palestine. Indonesia’s commitment to humanitarian and peace issues continues to be echoed at the G20 Summit in Bali. It is not surprising that Indonesia’s active role in peace and humanitarian issues continues to receive world appreciation.
“The Indonesia’s government through the Executive Office of the President (KSP) pays great attention to humanitarian issues. Therefore the government is very open to building partnerships with the ICRC, which can be done either directly with KSP, or with the Indonesian Red Cross (PMI) and the National Population and Family Planning Board (BKKBN). The doors are wide open for partnership in humanitarian issues, for example the current refugee issue in Haruku Island, Central Maluku, and malnourished children cases in Eastern Indonesia,” Moeldoko said.
Furthermore, Moeldoko ensured that Indonesia would continue to positively review any forms of partnership with international organizations such as the ICRC that supports the government’s priority national programs.
