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Official Statements

Often, during high-level visits, the governments of Indonesia and the United States issue statements describing the current state of various aspects of the bilateral relationship. Several recent official statements follow below.

 
September 8, 2007
 
 
“You're one of the leaders in the world when it comes to these practical applications of environmental quality and environmental progress. And the United States wants to help.”
     
May 22, 2007
 
 
“By any standard, the relations between the United States and Indonesia are of vital importance.”
     
April 19, 2007
   
 
“The United States and Indonesia, as two of the world’s largest democracies and sharing common democratic values, also shared many common security interests.”
     
November 20, 2006
   
   
“The two Presidents recognized the special and enduring bonds between the two countries and their people.”
     
November 20, 2006
 
 
“It’s important to our nation that we have good, strong relations with Indonesia.”
     
November 20, 2006
   
   
“It’s very important for the people of America to understand that this vast country has got not only tremendous potential, but it's got a prominent role to play in the world.”
     
November 8, 2006
   
   
“We have an excellent relationship with President Yudhoyono and his team.”
     
March 15, 2006
 
 
“America’s engagement with Indonesia is more than a partnership of governments; it is an alliance of peoples.”
     
September 10, 2004
   
   
“In the war against terrorism, the U.S. and Indonesia are committed to working together.”
     
October 22, 2003
    President George W. Bush at Press conference in Bali
    “Indonesia is a vital partner, and Indonesia is a friend to America.”
     
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