The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Institute of International Studies Universitas Gadjah Mada (IIS UGM) and the Association of International Relations Science of Indonesia (AIHII) held a convention entitled ‘Reviewing 70 years of Indonesia’s Free and Active Politics’ on Wednesday (5/9). The convention, which was held in the Senate Hall of UGM Rectorate was intended to commemorate the 70 years of Indonesia’s free and active politics. On the 2nd of September, 70 years ago, Indonesia’s Vice President, Drs. Moh. Hatta in a meeting session of the Central Indonesian National Committee formulated the framework of Indonesia’s foreign politics, which is known as “Free and Active Politics”. In this framework, Indonesia does not only accentuate neutrality, but also aims to strengthen and uphold world peace.
At this convention, the Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, Dr. A.M. Fachir attended as a keynote speaker. In his session, Vice FM A.M. Fachir explained several essential points of Bung Hatta’s speech. “First, should we choose between the two blocs? Second, as a nation, we should not be an object in the international battle. Last, we must be a subject that is rightful to determine our own positions and purposes,’ as stated by Vice FM A.M. Fachir. He also stated that Indonesia is consistent with the free and active politics policy and continues to contribute. Examples include the establishment of the Asia Africa Conference (KAA), one of the initiators of the Association of South East Asia Nations (ASEAN) and others. read more
