ASEAN and RoK must also intensify cooperation on food and energy security, real issues that will determine the livelihood of our citizens and the survival of our peoples.

The most urgent that all countries face today is the global economic crisis that has led to a world economic slowdown. This is a challenge that both Qatar and Indonesia must cope with and overcome.

Yes, when I met Presiden Roo Moo-hyun, e-xpressed my satisfaction because our bilateral cooperation as progressing well especially after we signed the declaration of strategic partnership between the two countries.

On Tuesday, Indonesians - and especially the people of Aceh - mark the anniversary of a momentous event. A year ago, the Aceh peace deal signed in Helsinki ended a vicious conflict that had divided and bled Aceh for three decades.