Indonesia and China have reaffirmed their commitment to maritime cooperation, vowing to strengthen joint efforts on security and safety in the contentious South China Sea, even as Indonesian unease lingers over Chinese activity near the Natuna Islands.
The pledge followed the inaugural joint meeting of foreign and defence ministers from both nations in Beijing, underscoring their intention to promote infrastructure development, mineral extraction and maritime security, the latter viewed as particularly significant amid Jakarta's concerns about Beijing's maritime assertiveness.
