Indonesian Ambassador Promotes Cultural Diplomacy
Summary
On 29 May 2026, Indonesian Ambassador to Canada Muhsin Syihab spoke at the "Heritage in Motion" panel hosted by Global Affairs Canada in Ottawa. He highlighted Indonesia's "Bhinneka Tunggal Ika" (Unity in Diversity) as a tool for global diplomacy. Canadian officials, including Deputy Minister Arun Thangaraj, echoed the importance of diversity in public service. The event, celebrating Asian Heritage Month, also highlighted the positive momentum in bilateral relations as the Indonesia-Canada Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement nears ratification.
Engagement Overview
Date
Countries or Organisation
Region
Location
Diplomatic Level
Engagement Format
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Theme(s)
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29 Mei 2026
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Canada
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North America
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Ottawa, Canada
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Ambassadorial
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Forum
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Public Diplomacy
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Education & Culture
Participants
Indonesian Delegate
Position/Title
Institution/Affiliation
Other Indonesian Delegate(s)
Foreign Delegate
Position/Title
Institution/Affiliation
Other Foreign Delegate(s)
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Muhsin Syihab
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Ambassador of Indonesia to Canada
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Indonesian Embassy in Canada
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Arun Thangaraj
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Lead Indonesian Official:
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Other Indonesian Official(s):
Lead Partner
Official:
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Other Partner Official(s):
Arun Thangaraj
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs
Global Affairs Canada
Nadia Ahmad; Tarik Khan; Jennie Chen; Emi Furuya
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