Indonesian Defense Minister Meets Jordanian King to Discuss Gaza Humanitarian Crisis

Amman, The Gulf Observer: Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto met with Jordanian King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein on Monday to discuss the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, Palestine. The meeting highlighted the collaborative efforts of Indonesia and Jordan in advocating for the independence of the Palestinian people amid the escalating Israeli military aggression in Gaza.

Prabowo emphasized Jordan’s critical role as Indonesia’s most active partner in this cause. “Jordan is currently Indonesia’s most active partner in jointly fighting for the independence of the Palestinian people,” he stated. Prabowo also conveyed Indonesia’s deep concern over the worsening situation in Gaza, noting the increasing number of victims. “The Indonesian government is also continuing to monitor the worsening developments in Gaza closely,” he told King Abdullah II.

King Abdullah II expressed his agreement and gratitude for Prabowo’s presence at a summit regarding Gaza held in Amman on Tuesday. The summit, initiated by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sissi, King Abdullah II, and United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, aimed to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Brigadier General Edwin Adrian Sumantha, Head of the Public Relations Bureau of the Secretariat General of the Indonesian Defense Ministry, commented on the significance of the conference. “This conference was held in regard to the call for a ceasefire in Gaza to enable heads of state to identify ways to strengthen the international community’s response to the ongoing humanitarian disaster in Gaza,” Sumantha remarked.

The summit, themed “Call for Action: Urgent Humanitarian Response for Gaza,” aimed to galvanize international efforts to address the crisis. Sumantha emphasized Indonesia’s expected contribution, stating, “Indonesia’s presence at this summit is expected to make a real contribution to joint efforts to overcome the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.”

On a separate occasion, Prabowo outlined Indonesia’s planned assistance, including the deployment of peacekeeping troops, field hospitals, health workers, and support for the evacuation of victims. “I will coordinate with the UN Secretariat General and the leaders of regional countries to allow us to deploy our assistance,” he remarked on June 7.

Prabowo reaffirmed Indonesia’s stance on conflict resolution through ceasefire and negotiation. “Indonesia supports the independence of the Palestinian people, supports a two-state solution, and supports all efforts for an immediate ceasefire,” he affirmed.

The summit in Jordan saw participation from various countries, including representatives from Australia, to discuss a ceasefire strategy in Gaza. Pope Francis also expressed his support for the summit, praising the initiative and thanking the Egyptian President, the Jordanian King, and the UN Secretary-General for their efforts. He described the summit as “an important initiative.”

Indonesia’s active involvement in the summit is anticipated to significantly contribute to international efforts to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and support the quest for a peaceful resolution.