The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today addressed the Indian community in Jakarta.
He spoke of the special ties between India and Indonesia, and recalled the Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi earlier this year, where leaders from 10 ASEAN nations, including Indonesia, were present. He noted that it is no coincidence that in 1950, the President of Indonesia had been the Chief Guest at the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi.
He said the members of the Indian diaspora in Indonesia are proud citizens of Indonesia, but wish to remain connected with their Indian roots as well.
The Prime Minister said that in the last four years, India has witnessed unparalleled transformation. In this context, he spoke of FDI, openness of the Indian economy, ease of doing business, and competitiveness of the Indian economy.
Talking about developments in India, he said that the Union Government is creating systems that are development-friendly and corruption-free. He said that going ahead from “Ease of Doing Business,” the focus is now on “Ease of Living.” Our processes are transparent and sensitive, he added. He gave an account of the dramatic developments that have taken place in a number of areas of infrastructure development. He spoke of India’s vibrant start-up ecosystem, and the International Solar Alliance.
Both India and Indonesia have a sensitive outlook when it comes to helping those in need, the Prime Minister asserted. He said that India does not see the colour of anyone’s passport, and helps all fellow humans who require any assistance. He said India and Indonesia do not just rhyme in their names, but share a common rhythm in their culture, traditions, and democratic values.
The Prime Minister invited the diaspora to visit India to witness first-hand, the changes taking place here.
Ties between India and Indonesia are special, says PM @narendramodi. https://t.co/cGk6Wwb69n pic.twitter.com/repeHVJxf0
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 30, 2018
You are proud citizens of Indonesia and at the same time you want to remain connected to your Indian roots: PM @narendramodi to the Indian diaspora in Jakarta pic.twitter.com/FoIOfWw87h
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 30, 2018
We are all proud of the manner in which the Indian diaspora has distinguished itself in Indonesia. https://t.co/cGk6Wwb69n pic.twitter.com/QD2EDrIkLe
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 30, 2018
In the last four years India has witnessed unparalleled transformation. https://t.co/cGk6Wwb69n pic.twitter.com/brtpbkr6q4
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 30, 2018
Both India and Indonesia are proud of their democratic ethos and their diversity. In 2014 the people of India voted for a Government headed by a person belonging to a poor background. Similarly, the people of Indonesia elected President @jokowi whose background is also humble: PM
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 30, 2018
There is a special link between the cultures of India and Indonesia. https://t.co/cGk6Wwb69n pic.twitter.com/5sCqWiHuGQ
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 30, 2018
Earlier today, President @jokowi and I inaugurated a series of Kite exhibits which included themes from the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, says PM @narendramodi. pic.twitter.com/BAofAK7bps
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 30, 2018
Vibrant people to people relations boost bilateral ties between India and Indonesia. pic.twitter.com/kf37w9fhEb
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 30, 2018
We in India are creating systems that are corruption free and development friendly. pic.twitter.com/wyfF7ie4i5
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 30, 2018
Steps which are benefitting the people of India. https://t.co/cGk6Wwb69n pic.twitter.com/n0eGwnWsXI
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 30, 2018
New vigour in India-Indonesia relations. pic.twitter.com/3kIuJ5Ufnk
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 30, 2018
We have gone a step ahead of ‘Ease of Doing Business.’ Our focus is ‘Ease of Living.’ Our processes are transparent and sensitive. pic.twitter.com/ttiOP207fL
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 30, 2018
Both India and Indonesia have a sensitive outlook when it comes to helping those in need. We do not see the colour of anyone’s passport, we help our fellow humans who require any assistance. pic.twitter.com/bIHdscauGD
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 30, 2018
Not only do the names of our nations rhyme but also there is a distinct rhythm in the India-Indonesia friendship. pic.twitter.com/9P5AgjMDP9
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 30, 2018
Many of you may never have been to India. I invite you all to come to India for the Kumbh in Prayag next year: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) May 30, 2018
