The Indonesian Minister announced plans to issue new visas for Palestinian students amid expired visas due to ongoing conflict. He reaffirmed Indonesia’s support for Palestine’s independence. The challenges of the Indonesian Hospital in Gaza were noted, highlighting the humanitarian crisis faced by Palestinians.
The Indonesian government is set to either issue new visas or extend the existing visas for Palestinian students, as announced by the Minister. This decision follows concerns raised by Palestinian Ambassador to Indonesia, Zuhair Al-Shun, regarding the expired visas of Palestinian scholars receiving government scholarships amidst ongoing conflict in Palestine.
During a meeting in Jakarta, the Minister inquired about the diplomatic strategies implemented to adapt to recent global political shifts, emphasizing the importance of Palestine leveraging these changes to enhance its international standing. He reaffirmed Indonesia’s unwavering support for Palestinian independence since 1948.
Additionally, the Minister expressed concern over the operational challenges faced by the Indonesian Hospital in Gaza due to ongoing violence. It was highlighted that representatives from the Medical Emergency Rescue Committee (MER-C) had previously approached the Minister seeking assistance to restore the hospital, but the unstable situation in Gaza has hindered any progress thus far.
Ambassador Zuhair Al-Shun conveyed his gratitude towards Indonesia for its continuous support for Palestine, highlighting the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza. He called for increased international attention as many Palestinians are currently displaced and struggle with access to basic necessities like food and healthcare.
The Indonesian government is actively addressing the visa situation for Palestinian students while reaffirming its long-standing support for Palestinian independence. The challenges faced by the Indonesian Hospital in Gaza underline the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the region. Continued diplomatic efforts and international attention are critical to alleviating the suffering of the Palestinian people.
Original Source: en.antaranews.com
