Foreign Minister Sugiono outlines position on proposed international stabilization mission, emphasizing transitional role ahead of political settlement.
JAKARTA — Indonesia’s Foreign Minister Sugiono asserted on Wednesday that any international stabilization force deployed to Gaza should only be a temporary measure, reaffirming that a two-state solution remains the definitive objective for lasting peace.
In a statement from Jakarta, Sugiono clarified Indonesia’s stance amid growing international discussion over security arrangements for postwar Gaza. He emphasized that an external force must not become a permanent fixture and should instead pave the way for a sovereign Palestinian state.
“The international stabilization force in Gaza is a temporary measure,” said Sugiono, “and a two-state solution remains the end-goal.”
As the world’s largest Muslim-majority nation and a consistent advocate for Palestinian statehood, Indonesia has positioned itself as a key diplomatic voice in calls for a ceasefire and long-term political resolution. The minister’s remarks signal cautious support for transitional security plans, provided they are explicitly linked to a political process ending the occupation.
The proposal for an international force, supported by several countries, has emerged as part of broader negotiations concerning Gaza’s future governance and security. Sugiono’s intervention underscores the importance of ensuring that such missions do not delay or replace the ultimate aim of Palestinian independence based on pre-1967 borders.
Indonesia has been active in multilateral forums addressing the Gaza crisis, though it is not expected to contribute troops to any prospective force. The country continues to prioritize diplomatic channels, urging the international community to uphold Palestinian self-determination as the cornerstone of regional stability.
