Indonesia Stresses Need for UN Mandate in Gaza Reconstruction and Peacekeeping Efforts
Jakarta, The Gulf Observer: Indonesia’s participation in the reconstruction and peacekeeping efforts in Gaza will depend on the establishment of an international mandate ensuring full legitimacy, Foreign Minister Sugiono stated during a ministerial meeting on Palestine held in Istanbul, Türkiye, on Monday (November 3).
Speaking at the session, which brought together key members of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Sugiono underlined that international approval is essential for any steps toward peace in Gaza.
“We support concrete steps for peace, but they must be carried out under an official mandate from the United Nations or other recognized mechanisms,” the minister said, according to a Foreign Ministry statement issued Tuesday.
He emphasized that a clear and legitimate international framework is crucial to ensure both the effectiveness and credibility of peace and reconstruction efforts in the war-torn enclave.
Sugiono reaffirmed Indonesia’s support for the outcomes of the Gaza Peace Summit held in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, in October, which called for coordinated international action to end hostilities and facilitate humanitarian recovery.
“Indonesia stands ready to contribute to peace efforts in Gaza, including the deployment of peacekeeping troops, provided that the mission operates under a UN mandate,” he said, adding that Indonesian peacekeepers could play a key role in maintaining security, protecting civilians, and supporting reconstruction activities.
The foreign minister also highlighted the need for strong coordination among OIC member states to ensure that peace initiatives genuinely reflect the aspirations of the Palestinian people and advance progress toward a two-state solution.
The meeting, chaired by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, was attended by the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Jordan, as well as representatives from Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. Participants discussed the next steps in implementing the Gaza peace plan, including securing a ceasefire and rebuilding Gaza following extensive Israeli attacks.
President Prabowo Subianto had earlier reaffirmed Indonesia’s commitment to peace in Gaza during the 13th ASEAN–United States Summit on October 26, expressing the country’s readiness to deploy peacekeeping forces under an international mandate.
On October 27, Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI) Information Center Chief Maj. Gen. Freddy Ardianzah announced that the TNI had already formed a joint task force comprising construction, logistics, and healthcare specialists in preparation for potential deployment to Gaza.
Indonesia’s consistent stance underscores its dedication to a rules-based, legitimate, and coordinated international approach toward achieving lasting peace and reconstruction in Gaza.
