Indonesia celebrates 81st Independence Anniversary with diplomatic receptions

Indonesia marked its 81st Independence Anniversary through diplomatic receptions in Nairobi, Kenya, and Rome, Italy, focusing on strengthening bilateral ties and cultural exchange.

In Nairobi, the Indonesian Ambassador to Kenya, H.E. Tyas Baskoro H.E. Witjaksono Adji, hosted a reception attended by Kenyan Cabinet Secretary for Health Aden Duale and representatives from the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI). Discussions centered on expanding cooperation in healthcare, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and technology transfer. A key highlight included the partnership between the Kenya Biovax Institute and Indonesia’s Bio Farma to bolster local vaccine production and regional health security.

In Rome, the Indonesian Embassy held a reception themed ‘From North Sumatera to Venezia: A Journey of Friendship.’ The event, attended by Italian Deputy Minister Valentino Valentini and Indonesian Minister of Religious Affairs Nasaruddin Umar, promoted Indonesian soft power and highlighted the maritime and cultural connections between Indonesia and Italy. The reception emphasized the strategic strength of the relationship between the two nations through both government and people-to-people contacts.