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Indonesia Embassy marks 81st Independence Day in Bangkok
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Indonesia’s Embassy in Thailand marked the country’s 81st Independence Day with a reception in Bangkok on 20 August, bringing together diplomats, politicians, media and guests from various sectors.
Key facts
- Indonesia’s Embassy in Thailand marked the country’s 81st Independence Day with a reception in Bangkok on 20 August, bringing together diplomats, politicians, media and guests from various sectors.
- The reception was held at the Grand Ballroom of the Shangri-La Hotel Bangkok, where Indonesian Ambassador to Thailand Hari Prabowo highlighted the longstanding ties between the two countries and Thailand’s role in Indonesia’s journey to
- He said bilateral relations have continued to deepen, pointing to the launch of the Indonesia-Thailand Strategic Partnership in Bangkok in 2025 and the launch of its roadmap in Jakarta on 3 August 2026 during Prime Minister Anutin
- The Indonesia Office, or INDOFF, opened in Silom in 1947 to mobilise international support and recognition for Indonesia’s newly proclaimed independence
Summary
The reception was held at the Grand Ballroom of the Shangri-La Hotel Bangkok, where Indonesian Ambassador to Thailand Hari Prabowo highlighted the longstanding ties between the two countries and Thailand’s role in Indonesia’s journey to independence.
“Thailand has a special place in Indonesia’s journey to independence,” Prabowo said.