Jakarta (Antara Bali) - The governments of Indonesia and the
Philippines have exchanged invitations for their businessmen to invest
in the two nations.
The director general of Asia-Pacific and Africa of the ministry of
foreign affairs, Yuri O Thamrin, made the statement at the 65th
Investment Conference Philippines and Indonesia here on Thursday.
"Indonesias economy grew by 5.7 percent in 2013, while that of the
Philippines grew by 7.2 percent. This made the two countries interesting
investment destinations," Thamrin said.
He added that both Indonesia and the Philippines recorded
satisfactory growth in development that could encourage them to deepen
their future relations through investment.
"I think by investing in each other, the two countries could deepen
their bilateral relations further and care more for each other, the
ministry official remarked.
He also stated that in the future, Indonesia would continue to
improve its ease of conducting business for investors by accelerating
its infrastructure development with support from both domestic and
overseas investors, among other efforts.
"This is the primary and most important supporter of development, especially that of the economy," Thamrin emphasized.
Moreover, the Philippine embassys charge daffaires Roberto C.
Manalo expressed hope that the meeting would deepen trade and other
bilateral relations between the two nations.
"In the last 65 years, there have never been any misunderstandings.
Both the Philippines and Indonesia have considerably high economic
growth, and we are waiting for you (Indonesia) to invest in the
Philippines," he stated.
Manalo further noted that he believed the Philippines could support
development efforts in Indonesia, which are now being focused on the
maritime sector.
"I am convinced our country can support Indonesia in implementing
its development efforts, which are being directed towards the maritime
sector, because the Philippines is the third biggest manufacturer of sea
transportation equipment after Japan and China," he affirmed.
Besides discussing investment, businessmen from Indonesia and the
Philippines at the meeting held in the grand ballroom of Hotel
Kempinski, also marked the 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations
between the two countries.
The meeting was attended by the chairman of the Indonesian Chamber
of Commerce and Industry (Kadin), Suryo Bambang Sulisto, and officials
from the two countries. (WDY)
Indonesia, Philippines Exchange Invitations to Invest
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