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Indonesian Foreign Minister Addresses UN Security Council

Summary

On 26 May 2026, Indonesian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sugiono delivered a speech at the UN Security Council High Level Open Debate in New York. He criticized the selective application of international law, highlighting the situation in Gaza, and reaffirmed support for a two State solution for Palestine. Sugiono also emphasized the need to protect UN peacekeepers, respect UNCLOS for maritime security, address threats from artificial intelligence in warfare, and reform the UN Security Council to better represent developing nations.

Engagement Overview

Date

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26 Mei 2026

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United Nations

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Global

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New York, United States

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Ministerial

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Speech

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Multilateral Engagement

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Global Governance

Participants

Indonesian Delegate

Position/Title

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Other Indonesian Delegate(s)

Foreign Delegate

Position/Title

Institution/Affiliation

Other Foreign Delegate(s)

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Sugiono

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Minister of Foreign Affairs

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Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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Antonio Guterres

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Lead Indonesian Official:

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Other Indonesian Official(s):

Lead Partner

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Institution:

Other Partner Official(s):

Antonio Guterres

Secretary General

United Nations Security Council

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