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The Role of Parliamentarians in

Shaping International Architecture

of Peace and Security

The theme of this section is very crucial and timely. As we are living in an era of interconnectedness,
multitude of threats transgress national boundaries and impact the population globally. Building
peace and adequate security amid the highly dynamic world of today requires multifaceted
approaches and policy. It certainly involves diverse actors at national and international levels,
including parliamentarian.

In line with our foreign police, Indonesia is keen to take active participation in global endeavor
to maintain peace and security. Our active and longstanding role in UN Peacekeeping is one
of the testaments. We are also constantly supports UN initiatives aimed at strengthening
peacekeeping to be fit for purposes in resolving peace and security challenges, and, therefore
ready to render our support to the effective implementation of Action for Peacekeeping.

The most notable threat to our peace and security today is terrorism. Terrorism is also closely
connected to the transnational organized crime, illicit drugs smuggling, money laundering
and illegal arms and human trafficking. Indonesia remains highly committed to combating
terrorism and transnational crimes. We will continue to take every effort in ensuring safety
and security for all citizens and foreign nationals in Indonesia with balanced approach of law
enforcement and prevention measures.

In addition, maritime security has become one of the salient issues of the 21 century. Ocean
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has always been a vital element for trade and economic growth as 90% of today’s world trade is
made by sea. It is within our collective interest that the oceans remain peaceful, secure and
safe for world trade. Ocean shall not be used as a source of conflict over natural resources,
territories and maritime supremacy. Cooperation among national parliaments is essential to
promote friendly consultations and negotiations in accordance with universally recognized
principles of international law to a sensitive issues in areas with high potential of dispute such
as in the South China Sea.

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