Notes on the Shangri-La Dialogue 2024 Presentation

Introduction

• Speaker's honor to participate for the third time at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore.
• Emphasis on engaging in meaningful discussions related to defense, security, and politics to enhance peace and stability.

Geopolitical Context

• Current increase in geopolitical tensions and challenges to multilateralism.
• Concerns regarding violations of international law and trust deficits between states.
• The global South feels disillusioned by the current state of affairs.

Importance of Collaboration

• Emphasis on collaboration, cooperation, and respect for national interests to pursue peace and stability.
• Dialogue and cooperation are essential for achieving global prosperity and harmony.
• Indonesia's commitment to inclusive dialogue and upholding international laws, including national sovereignty.

Ongoing Conflicts

Key Conflicts

• Persistent conflicts in Ukraine and Palestine highlight the need for diplomatic dialogue and international solidarity.
• Recent humanitarian tragedy in Gaza calls for comprehensive investigations into casualties.

Resolution of the Palestine Conflict

• Recognition of legitimate concerns for safety and existence from both Israelis and Palestinians.
• Indonesia advocates for a just solution recognizing both Israel's right to exist and Palestinians' right to their own state.

Recent Developments

• Positive response to President Biden's recent ceasefire proposals in Gaza.
• Indonesia's support for a comprehensive and permanent ceasefire as a step toward lasting peace.
• Advocacy for a two-state solution as the only viable route to peace.

Humanitarian Aid Initiatives

• Indonesia's readiness to provide humanitarian assistance and send medical personnel to Gaza.
• Commitment to evacuate and treat up to 1,000 patients in Indonesian hospitals.

Reflection on Previous Proposals

• Reminder of previous calls for ceasefire in Ukraine from prior Shangri-La Dialogue.
• Continued humanitarian suffering and geopolitical ramifications observed since then.

Call for Global Cooperation

• Encouragement for great powers to act responsibly and work towards coexistence.
• Warning against nationalism without humanity and the dangers of escalation.

Regional Focus: Indo-Pacific

• Emphasis on collaboration and cooperation in Southeast Asia.
• Calls for restraint from major powers, particularly the US and China.
• Indonesia's policy of non-alignment and maintaining good relations with all nations.

Conclusion

• The importance of respect and communication in resolving conflicts.
• Historical examples of resolved conflicts through non-interference and dialogue.
• Commitment to promote coexistence, collaboration, and the common good in global relations.