Our concrete expression of these values in the economic field is Islamic banking and finance, which is vastly different from traditional banking and finance, because, it has a moral basis and a mission of social justice.

That would significantly help to mitigate the impacts of climate change. And it would fulfill the vision expressed in the theme of this Congress: “Geothermal: The Energy to Change the World. ” Indonesia therefore has so much at stake in this Congress.

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.