Jakarta, Aug. 18 -- Palestinian Ambassador to Indonesia, Zuhair Al-Shun, expressed his hope for Indonesia to remain united and continue growing stronger during a flag-raising ceremony commemorating the nation's 80th Independence Day.

"Congratulations on the anniversary of Independence Day. I hope Indonesia will always be strong, united, and continue to advance," he said at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta on Sunday (August 17).

He also shared his appreciation for being able to join President Prabowo Subianto and representatives from other nations at the commemorative event, which reenacted the historic proclamation of Indonesia's independence by Soekarno and Mohammad Hatta on August 17, 1945.

"It is a great honor for me to witness this In...