MattDowning

Deputy 🇬🇧Ambassador to Indonesia and Timor Leste. Dad of 3 amazing kids. Reading, running and Arsenal FC. Previously in 🇨🇳🇰🇷🇮🇶. See also @UKinIndonesia

[Amanda McLoughlin @AmandMcLoughlin]

Welcome (back) to the world of ASEAN Helen - I’m sure you’ll find the role immensely rewarding and enjoyable.

[MattDowning @MattDowningFCDO]

Lots of fun watching the President’s Cup match between Indonesia All Stars 🇮🇩 and @OUFCOfficial 🇬🇧 at #GBKSenayan. Brilliant atmosphere and some superb goals from both teams. A great way to bring our two nations together! ⚽🤝 #UKIndonesia #GreatPartnership

[MattDowning @MattDowningFCDO]

Great to celebrate #MENTARIDay 🇬🇧🇮🇩

5 years of success empowering local communities, unlocking green investment & ensuring no one is left behind in Indonesia’s energy transition. Let’s continue strengthening UK–Indonesia collaboration for a liveable planet! #GreatPartnership

[MattDowning @MattDowningFCDO]

Together with @UNDPIndonesia and with incredible support from Bapak Menteri @AgusYudhoyono and Bapak Wamen @havasoegroseno, I’m proud to see the 🇬🇧🇮🇩 partnership driving innovation and tech-powered solutions for a sustainable future.

[MattDowning @MattDowningFCDO]

Excited to join the Blue Innovation Startup Acceleration (BISA) Demo Day and see 10 brilliant innovations shaping Indonesia’s blue economy.

[Dominic Jermey @DomJermey]

Today the UK 🇬🇧 launched its 10-year #UKIndustrialStrategy , a plan that will make doing business in the UK quicker, easier & more profitable than ever before.

With Indonesia 🇮🇩, we're deepening trade ties through a new Strategic Partnership this year. This will encompass an Economic Growth Partnership, a trade partnership set to grow our goods exports, grow our trade in services, and grow our investment flows in both directions. Let's grow together!

https://t.co/MY28ysVxt7

#InvestInGREAT
#UKIndonesia
#AGreatPartnership

[MattDowning @MattDowningFCDO]

Honoured to meet Rector Prof Arief and be invited to deliver a public lecture at @unpad university. A great chance to present 🇬🇧 foreign policy priorities and listen to views on global challenges from next generation of 🇲🇨 Int’l Relations experts. Lots of great questions too!

[MattDowning @MattDowningFCDO]

Great to meet West Java Governor Bapak @DediMulyadi71 at Gedung Pakuan to hear about his plans, explore further UK–West Java cooperation on transport, maritime & English language training, and admire his fabulous tiger painting too! Looking forward to deepening our collaboration.

[MattDowning @MattDowningFCDO]

Fantastic discussion with Mayor of Bandung Muhammad Farhan to hear about his plans for the city and discuss strengthening UK–Bandung cooperation covering transport, education, waste management, airports, tourism, sports, and English training. Lots for us to do together!

[MattDowning @MattDowningFCDO]

Great to meet West Java Vice Governor Erwan Setiawan in Bandung to discuss the growing UK–West Java ties in transport, infra, education, maritime, energy & creative economy. Proud to also launch our latest cybersecurity module, empowering small businesses, esp women-owned.

[Amanda McLoughlin @AmandMcLoughlin]

Honoured to open the #GreenPressCommunity event on Saturday—a UK collaboration with @SIEJ_info to empower 🇮🇩’s climate journalists. We’re equipping them to inform, inspire & drive action on the defining issue of our time, the climate crisis 🌍 #ClimateAction #Planet #Peace

[Amanda McLoughlin @AmandMcLoughlin]

Excited to celebrate #Biodiversity through art! 🖌️ @ukinindonesia teams up with @inikeke to honour #AlfredWallace legacy at @SIEJ_info #GreenPressCommunity2024. Let’s protect iconic species like the Rafflesia & Bidadari Halmahera and preserve Indonesia’s rich biodiversity 🌏🌿

[UK in Indonesia @UKinIndonesia]

Today kicks off the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence! Did you know 1 in 3 women globally face this harsh reality? It’s time to raise our voices and spark change! 💪🏻✨

Together, we can break barriers, empower women and girls, and build a safe, inclusive future. The journey starts now—let’s unite to end gender-based violence and create a world where everyone can flourish without fear! 🧡

#16days #16days2024 #EndGBV #EmpowerWomen #genderequality #HearHerStory

[UK in Indonesia @UKinIndonesia]

It was such a remarkable visit by President @prabowo to the UK!

From meeting His Majesty King Charles III, PM @Keir_Starmer, to engaging with top UK business leaders, the foundations for our future partnerships are stronger than ever!

Celebrating 75 years of #agreatpartnership! Bersama kita Bisa! 🇮🇩🤝🇬🇧

#UKIndonesia #agreatpartnership #UKRI75 #75tahunInggrisIndonesia #UKRI75

[UK in Indonesia @UKinIndonesia]

We look forward to welcoming Pak @prabowo in the UK ✨

Together, we are ready to deepen our ties and explore new opportunities for potential collaborations. Here’s to a stronger partnership! 🇮🇩🤝🇬🇧

#UKIndonesia #UKRI #agreatpartnership #UKRI75 #75tahuninggrisindonesia

[UK in Indonesia @UKinIndonesia]

The UK’s Digital Access Programme and Common Room Network Foundation jointly held the 5th Rural ICT Camp and inaugurated a bamboo internet tower in Ciracap, West Java.

This project highlights the importance of community-driven digital infrastructure in reducing inequalities and fostering climate resilience.

As we celebrate 75 years of UK-Indonesia diplomatic relations, we are proud to support Indonesia’s digital transformation in rural areas for a sustainable future.

#AGreatPartnership #75UKRI#DigitalEmpowerment #ICTCamp2024 #Digital

[UK in Indonesia @UKinIndonesia]

A year ago, Bapak @DomJermey embarked on a fascinating journey in Indonesia as the UK Ambassador to Indonesia! 🇬🇧🤝🇮🇩

He has fully embraced the beauty and warmth of Indonesian culture, including his exciting adventure in exploring various Sambal from across many parts of Indonesia. #SambalDiplomacy

In our exclusive interview, he shares some of his most memorable moments of his first year in Indonesia.

Watch the full video and find out his inspiring thoughts and insights! ✨

#ukindonesia #agreatpartnership #UKRI75 #75tahunInggrisIndonesia

[Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office @FCDOGovUK]

Foreign Secretary @DavidLammy attended the inauguration of President Subianto in Jakarta.

Indonesia is an important partner in the effort to tackle the climate and nature crisis while creating sustainable jobs and growth.

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[Dominic Jermey @DomJermey]

What a lively way to kick off Saturday with the @UKinIndonesia team! 🏃‍♂️💥 We joined #GlobalMile 2024 at #GBKSenayan. GlobalMile connects @FCDOGovUK missions worldwide in a 24-hour relay—bridging the gap between countries, boosting morale, healthy exercise and spreading smiles! 😄 A fantastic way to come together as a team!

[Dominic Jermey @DomJermey]

Thank you Pak @airlangga_hrt for the productive discussion @PrekonomianRI on Indonesia's application to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Excellent to see Indonesia’s vision for growing its economy through this truly global trade deal.

#UKRI #agreatpartnership #75tahunInggrisIndonesia