World

Indonesia, Switzerland initiate development cooperation programme

The Indonesia-Switzerland collaboration focuses on three main pillars, namely increasing public sector efficiency and economic competitiveness; strengthening human resource capacity through vocational education; and developing sustainable infrastructure.

The Indonesian and Swiss governments held a soft launch of the 2025–2028 Indonesia–Switzerland Development Cooperation Program in Jakarta on April 16. (Photo: ANTARA)
The Indonesian and Swiss governments held a soft launch of the 2025–2028 Indonesia–Switzerland Development Cooperation Program in Jakarta on April 16. (Photo: ANTARA)

Jakarta (VNA) – Indonesia and Switzerland has held a soft launch of the 2025–2028 Indonesia-Switzerland Development Cooperation Programme to strengthen their five-decade-long strategic partnership.

Indonesian Deputy Minister of National Development Planning Febrian Alphyanto Ruddyard said in a statement on April 23 that the cooperation programme will be officially launched in October 2025.

This collaboration focuses on three main pillars, namely increasing public sector efficiency and economic competitiveness; strengthening human resource capacity through vocational education; and developing sustainable infrastructure, he informed.

The programme is a concrete manifestation of a shared commitment to realising inclusive, sustainable, and adaptive development amid global dynamics, Ruddyard said.

The programme also aligns with Indonesia’s development goals, as outlined in its medium- and long-term plans through to 2045.

"International cooperation is important in supporting the direction of our national development toward Golden Indonesia 2045. We believe that this programme will open up new opportunities, strengthen national competitiveness, and encourage inclusive growth," he said./.

VNA
#Indonesia #Switzerland #2025–2028 Indonesia-Switzerland Development Cooperation Programme #strategic partnership Indonesia
Follow VietnamPlus

Related News

Indonesia urges universities to uphold local identity

Indonesia urges universities to uphold local identity

The Indonesian Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology (Kemdiktisaintek) has encouraged universities to develop based on the characteristics and potential of each locality, instead of applying policies uniformly.

Illustrative image (Photo: Jakarta Post)

Indonesia discovers new gas fields, eases reliance on imported energy

Djoko Siswanto, head of SKK Migas, revealed that the two fields are located offshore in the Northwest of Java and are expected to commence operations by the end of this year. With a daily production capacity of 200 tonnes at the Jambi Merang field and 180 tonnes at the ONWJ field, these are set to enhance Indonesia's energy security and reduce its reliance on imported energy sources.

See more

Cambodian PM Hun Manet (Photo: AFP)

Cambodian PM urges police to crack down on all forms of crimes

Speaking at a ceremony marking the 80th founding anniversary of the National Police held in southern Kandal province, Hun Manet praised the countless achievements of the police forces, saying that police officers are the good guardians of the nation and people.

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto (R) and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at a joint press conference in Jakarta (Photo: AFP)

Indonesia, Australia strengthen defence collaboration

Indonesia is committed to finalising the ratification process of the defence cooperation agreement that was agreed upon last year, and continuing discussions on ways to improve and enhance collaboration in this area, said Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto.

Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN, speaks at the dialogue. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam reaffirms continued contributions to UNGA President’s Office

Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang called on the UNGA President candidate to promote the issues of Vietnam’s concern during her tenure, including the upholding of and respect for international law and the UN Charter, and ensuring a transparent UN reform process with the full participation of all member states.

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra (Photo: nationthailand.com)

Thailand outlines strategy for trade talks with US

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Pichai Chunhavajira detailed the strategy, which includes restructuring the agricultural processing sector to address domestic supply shortages and identify areas where US imports can complement Thailand's production chains.

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra meets with fruit traders at Government House. (Photo: Thai Government House)

Thai PM announces comprehensive support plan for fruit farmers

The initiative involves direct procurement from farmers through four key channels, namely purchase with intent to distribute domestically, corporate social responsibility initiatives, purchase for consumption in organisations, and procurement by government agencies like the Department of Corrections.

Medicines for malaria treatment (Photo: Antara)

Indonesia builds AI model for malaria diagnosis

The National Research and Innovation Agency of Indonesia (BRIN) is developing an artificial intelligence (AI) tool to support malaria diagnosis, toward warding off the disease by 2030.