(AseanAll) — Indonesia and Slovenia have agreed to continue advancing bilateral cooperation across various sectors, with particular emphasis on enhancing economic collaboration by capitalizing on the momentum of the implementation of the I-EU-CEPA.
This commitment was reaffirmed at the 4th Indonesia–Slovenia Bilateral Consultation Forum (BCF), convened on 30 September 2025 in Ljubljana, Slovenia. The Indonesian delegation was led by Mr. Widya Sadnovic, Director for European Affairs I at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, while the Slovenian delegation was headed by Ms. Jasna Lhotka, Head of the Department for Asia and Oceania at the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia.
In addition to economic cooperation, both sides also discussed the strengthening of people-to-people exchanges, including ongoing collaboration in the field of education.
Ahead of the 4th BCF, the Indonesian delegation held discussions with the University of Ljubljana, represented by its Vice-Rector, Prof. Dr. Maja Klun, on enhancing educational cooperation. The University of Ljubljana expressed its interest in expanding partnerships with Indonesian universities, including through joint research in potential sectors such as semiconductors, within both bilateral and EU frameworks. The University of Ljubljana currently maintains cooperation with several Indonesian universities, including Universitas Padjadjaran, Universitas Jambi, and Binus University.
Beyond bilateral issues, the two countries also exchanged views on regional and global geopolitical developments of mutual concern. Both Indonesia and Slovenia share common perspectives on the importance of strengthening the multilateral system, upholding the principle of sovereignty, and respecting international law. Slovenia is currently serving as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council.
The 4th Bilateral Consultation Forum also marked an important milestone in further consolidating Indonesia–Slovenia relations, which have flourished for 33 years. Both sides agreed to commemorate the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2027 and reaffirmed their commitment to continue working together in addressing global challenges and seizing opportunities for mutual progress.
