The Indonesian Consulate General for Victoria and Tasmania: Strengthening partnerships through innovation

Kuncoro Giri Waseso is the new Indonesian Consul General for Victoria and Tasmania who arrives in Melbourne at a time of difficulty caused by the pandemic. However, it is also at a time of opportunity exemplified by the IA-CEPA trade agreement. What are the new Consul-General’s priorities?

The Indonesian Consul General Republic of Indonesia for Victoria and Tasmania, Kuncoro Giri Wasesa at the office, Aug 2021. Source: Image courtesy Indonesian Consulate General Republic of Indonesia in Melbourne.

In his speech to the nation on 16 August 2021, President Joko Widodo called on Indonesians to develop the nation through innovation and openness.  Consul General Kuncoro Giri Waseso lists his priorities to Sri Dean.  He explains how the Indonesian Consulate General for Victoria and Tasmania will apply the President’s vision to realise those priorities.

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In its short history as an independent nation Indonesia has achieved a lot. What are the hopes for the future of Indonesians living at home and abroad? Source: Image courtesy KJRI Victoria and Tasmania.