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In this case, Indonesia is keen to be part of the solution not the problem. Indonesia believes in
the strength of ideas and creativity. We need to work together to overcome and turn challenges
into opportunities by minimizing potential misperception or miscalculation. Further, we need
to establish greater trust, mutual respect and collective action to address common challenges
in the region.

For Indonesia, greater involvement in the regional forum is very important. No single country
can, in its own, meet the challenges facing us today. For example, since we are getting closer
to the completion of the Millennium Development Goals and adoption of the Post-2015
Sustainable Development Goals, our vision should be on continuing our MDGs achievement
and securing sustainable development in the region. In order to pursue that vision, peace and
stability are the two essential enablers for sustainable development; for eradicating poverty
and ensuring well-being of all. This is why closer cooperation among Asia Pacific countries,
including through this Forum, is of utmost importance.

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