Thursday, September 23, 2010

Scot Marciel, ambassador U.S. Embassy Jakarta, Indonesia


Scot Marciel was confirmed by the Senate of the United States of America to serve as Ambassador to the Republic of Indonesia. Prior to his confirmation, Ambassador Marciel served as Deputy Assistant Secretary for the East Asia and Pacific Bureau, which is responsible for relations with Southeast Asia, and concurrently as Ambassador for ASEAN Affairs.
Ambassador Marciel, a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, joined the State Department in 1985. He has served as Director of the Department’s Office of Maritime Southeast Asia, Director of the Office of Mainland Southeast Asia, and Director of the Office of Southeastern Europe.

Ambassador Marciel also has served in Vietnam, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Brazil, and Turkey, as well as in the Economic Bureau’s Office of Monetary Affairs.
Ambassador Marciel grew up in Fremont, California. He is a graduate of the University of California at Davis and the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy. He and his wife Mae have two daughters.(rainbowdiplomacy.com/jakarta.usembassy.gov)
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Saturday, August 28, 2010

Ambassador of Indonesia to USA: Dino Patti Djalal


Dino Patti Djalal is an ambassador of Indonesia to USA. He inaugurated by Indonesia’s President at 10 august 2010. Who is Dino Pati Djalal? He is Presidential spokesperson, diplomat, speech writer, youth activist, academic, and author a national best seller.

He is presently Special Staff for International Affairs and Presidential Spokesperson for President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono – a position he has held since October 2004, and extended when SBY was re-elected by a landslide to a second term in 2009. That makes Dr. Dino Patti Djalal the longest serving Presidential spokesperson in Indonesia’s modern history.

Dr. Dino Patti Djalal was born into a diplomatic family on September 10th 1965 in Belgrade, (what was then) Yugoslavia, the second of 3 children. The experience of being born in a country that no longer exists (Yugoslavia) serves to remind him of the supreme importance of maintaining national unity for multi-cultural Indonesia. His father, Professor Hasjim Djalal, was Indonesia’s Ambassador to Canada and Germany, and an international expert on the law of the sea. Hasjim Djalal is a key figure in the “archipelago concept”, a legal innovation on maritime territory which dramatically – and peacefully - multiplied the area of Indonesia’s territorial sovereignty. The archipelago concept, rejected and opposed by maritime powers when it was announced by Indonesia in 1957, is now part of international law and is fully endorsed by the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea.

As a student, Dino Djalal was exposed to Islamic education (Muhammadiyah elementary and Al Azhar junior High) and western education - he graduated from Maclean High School in Virginia in 1981 at the early age of 15, and then obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from Carleton University (Ottawa, Canada) and his Masters Degree in Political Science from Simon Fraser University (British Columbia, Canada).

In 2000, he received a Doctorate Degree from the London School of Economics and Political Science, after completing and defending a thesis on preventive diplomacy under the supervision of distinguished scholar on Southeast Asia the late Professor Michael Leifer.

Dr. Dino Patti Djalal joined the Department of Foreign Affairs of Indonesia in 1987. He has been posted to Dili, London and Washington DC, before being appointed as Director for North American Affairs (2002-2004). In the early years of his career, as assistant to Director General for Political Affairs Wiryono Sastrohandoyo, he was involved in the Cambodian conflict, the settlement of the Moro conflict in The Philippines, the South China Sea disputes, and the East Timor conflict.

Dr. Dino Patti Djalal’s first public and international exposure was when he served as spokesperson for the Task Force for the Implementation of Popular Consultation in East Timor in 1999. He was deeply saddened and severely distressed that the referendum ended in chaos and violence – just the opposite of the orderly and peaceful outcome that the Indonesian Government then had promised the UN. During that time, Dr. Dino also served as informal conduit between Foreign Minister Ali Alatas and resistance leader Kay Rala Xanana Gusmao, then held in Cipinang prison. He now counts Jose Ramos Horta and Xanana Gusmao among his good friends.

Dr. Dino Djalal – working closely with Robert Scher from the Pentagon - is the conceptor of the “US-Indonesia Security Dialogue”, an annual bilateral consultations on security and defense matters that was conceived in 2001, and has continued to this day. Significantly, this dialogue was started 4 years before Indonesia-US military-to-military relations were normalized in 2005.

Dr. Dino Djalal was also the conceptor of the Forestry-11 process, a consultative process involving tropical rainforests nations in Asia, Africa and Latin America, to enhance their critical role as part of the global carbon sinks to climate change.

He was also one of the architects of the Global Inter-Media Dialogue, a process co-sponsored between Indonesia and Norway to promote press freedom as well as religious and cultural tolerance, and conceived by President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono in the aftermath of the cartoon crisis. The first Global Inter-Media Dialogue convened in Bali on 2 September 2006 attended by journalists from the western and Islamic countries. The discussions proceeded freely without Government intervention.

Dr. Dino is also the conceptor of the Presidential Visitor’s Program, an annual program for inviting Friends of Indonesia from around the world to visit Indonesia during the time of independence celebration in mid-August. The program is now run by Department of Foreign Affairs by the able diplomat Umar Hadi.

Dr. Dino was the Indonesia Sherpa for the G-8 Outreach Summit meeting in Hokkaido, Japan in 2008. He was also the Indonesian representative of “the Leaders Network in Support of United Nations Reform” in 2005, chaired by Swedish Prime Minister Goran Persson. In May 2009, in New York City, Dr. Dino represented President Yudhoyono in the annual gala dinner for Time’s 100 Most Influential Persons in the world.

As Presidential speech-writer, Dr. Dino Djalal has worked closely with President Yudhoyono to change the style and tone of the President’s international speeches – more personality, more punchy and less mechanical, less conventional, less flowery, short and clear sentences, easier to the ear. Dr. Dino now runs a workshop on speech-writing for Government officials.

Dino’s greatest passion is in youth affairs. Since 2008, he has established the “Innovative Leaders Forum” to promote innovative leadership from all sectors of Indonesian society. The Forum has held a series of public seminars presenting emerging leaders in the field of : local governance, education, peace workers, health, bureaucratic reform, entrepreneurship, moderate Islam, and climate change.

Dr. Dino has appeared on radio shows and toured Universities in Java and Sumatra to present the case for open pluralistic nationalism and a new Indonesian internationalism. A recurring theme in his speeches is the imperative for the youth to think for themselves and for their own time, and avoid the rigid dogmatism that was characteristic of the intellectual upbringing of the past. He has argued that the key to Indonesia’s success is to develop a mindset driven by opportunity, not fear; and that xenophobia, ultra-nationalism and radicalism are as destructive and distractive to Indonesia’s present generation as corruption, collusion and nepotism (KKN) was to the generation of the 1980’s.

He also constantly reminds Indonesians that they now have a strategic luxury to live in the world where not a single state regards Indonesia as an enemy and conversely no state is regarded by Indonesia as an enemy. This presents a rare chance to make the whole world to be pro-Indonesia, and that the anti-west or xenophobic views still held by some quarters only leads to lost opportunities that harm the national interests. He has also encouraged the youth to creatively embrace – rather than shun – globalization, which he describes as the greatest force of the 21st century, just as Indonesians successfully embraced nationalism as the greatest force of the 20th century.

Within the bureaucracy, Dr. Dino has persistently advocated on the need for officials and observers to do away with excessive conspiracy theories and siege mentality, and to courageously fine-tune their worldview to the emerging realities of the brave new world. His favorite phase, one which he tirelessly points out, is : “Today, Indonesia is a different country in a different place in a different world”.

To promote a healthy nationalism, Dino has also produced several video clips featuring popular bands Cokelat and Samsons, which depict the activities of Indonesian peace-keeping troops in Lebanon.

Dr. Dino Djalal is the founder of Modernisator – a movement of like-minded progressive and reformist young leaders who embrace the slogan “service, innovation, excellence, openness, connectivity”. The Modernisator team boasts dynamic young leaders from various sectors, such as : Chatib Basri, Emirsyah Satar, Gita Wiryawan, Sandiaga Uno, Lin Che Wei, Omar Anwar, Chrisma Al-banjar, Dian Sasatrowardoyo. The Modernisator Manifesto, which outlines a vision of 21st century Indonesia, was regarded by Asian thinker Prof. Kishore Mahbubani as “a bold message which embrace modernity and diversity. Its cosmopolitan message contrasts sharply with the message of the radical religious groups. If the Modernisator movement catches fire, it will further strengthen the open and toleant nature of Indonesian society”, and by GE Chairman Jeff Imelt as “the best business vision he had ever heard” – both were guest speakers at Modernisator events.

Dr. Dino is also the conceptor of Generation-21, a program which aims to awaken and develop a sense of unique identity – and challenge – among the youth as the first generation of the 21st century – hence, the term “Generation 21”. The culmination of this program is a television show “Generation 21 : Asia Pacific Young Leaders Dialogue” which features 60 young leaders from 16 countries in the Asia Pacific (including Myanmar) engaging in a lively debate about the challenges of the 21st century and their possible solutions – covering geopolitics, financial crisis, globalization, conflicts, regional affairs, education, technology, entrepreneurship, climate change. The 90-minute television show was actually a condensed version of the 6-hour long discussions among the young leaders. While the stars of the television show were the participants, world leaders also took part to inspire them either directly in the studi or thrugh video and written messages : President Barack Obama, Vice President Budiono, Prime Minister of Thailand Abhisit Vejjajiva, Kishore Mahbubani, ASEAN Secretary-General Surin Pitsuwan, Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus, Tony Fernandez. The program was aired in November 2009 by SCTV, and was jointly produced by Modernisator, Asialink (Australia) and Mckinsey.

In October 2009, Dr. Dino also produced “Remarkable Indonesia”, short film clips to celebrate and project Indonesia’s transformation into stable vibrant democracy, which aired in CNN, CNBC, Al Jazeera, BBC and other international stations.

Dr. Dino Patti Djalal is a member of the Governing Board of the Institute for Peace and Democracy, which was established by the Bali Democracy Forum; a member of the Executive Board of the Indonesian Council on World Affairs (ICWA); and a commissioner at Danareksa, a Government investment company.

Dr. Dino Patti Djalal has written many articles for domestic and international media. He has also written 5 books :

“The geopolitics of Indonesia’s maritime territorial policy” (Jakarta : CSIS, 1996)

“Transforming Indonesia” (Jakarta : Gramedia, 2005)

“Indonesia on the move” (Jakarta : Gramedia, 2006); later translated into “Indonesia Unggul” (Jakarta : Gramedia, 2008)

“Harus Bisa !” (Jakarta : Red and White, 2008)

“Energi Positif” (Jakarta : Red and White, 2009)

His fourth book “Harus Bisa !” has become a national best seller in Indonesia – some 1,7 million copies have been printed. The book contains political stories, anecdotes and leadership lessons from the SBY Presidency, taken from his personal diary as Presidential Spokesperson- the Jakarta Globe calls it “the best book on leadership in Indonesia”. Thousands of comments posted on Facebook have called the book “inspirational”.

The book was turned into a television show by TransTV in 2009. “Harus Bisa !” has been translated into English with the title “The Can Do Leadership”, and is now being translated into Mandarin. The book is also used in the educational/training curriculum of Department of Foreign Affairs, the Indonesian military ( TNI) and national police. In 2008, in commemoration of the Indonesian Centennial, the book was sent to libraries of High Schools, Pesantrens, Higher Education and Universities throughout Indonesia.

Dino Djalal is married to Rosa Rai Djalal, and they are blessed with 3 young children : Alexa, Keanu and Chloe. Rosa is a dentist, a graduate of University of Indonesia and was trained at Columbia University. She also runs an elementary school which provides education, free of charge, to children from poor families in Cilegon, the Province of Banten. (rainbowdiplomacy.com/dinopattidjalal.com)
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Thursday, January 21, 2010

New ambassador, a reporter


Journalists believed to be ambassador, it was not something new has never been a BM Diah, Sabam Siagian, M Assegaf and many more names that this country believed to be the ambassador and the country on January 20, 2010 President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono on behalf of State inaugurated 20 new ambassadors, one of whom was a journalist background of Djoko Susilo.

Djoko Susilo who have poor across as a journalist Jawa Pos occupies of Post and coverage in the United States (U.S.), as well as the Muhammadiyah activists, then a member of the House of Representatives (DPR) of the National Mandate Party (PAN)

International news coverage is very familiar to Djoko both inside and outside the country, a graduate majoring in international relations University of Gajah Mada Yogyakarta joined as a journalist in 80 of Jawa Pos.

Like Djoko, Tosari Widjaya former Secretary General of the United Development Party (PPP) is very familiar with the reporters. Tosari political career is very long and remained consistent in his party. Tosari also has served as vice chairman of the House.

The 20 ambassadors appointed president at the Merdeka Palace, Jakarta based on Presidential Decree No. 107P/09 dated December 3, 2009. Is
1. Ambassador of Indonesia to Brunei Darussalam Handriyanto Kusumo Priyo
2. Ambassador of Indonesia to the Lao People's Democratic Republic Kria Fahmi Pasaribu
3. Ambassador of Indonesia to the Kingdom of Spain Adiyatwidi Adiwoso Asmady
4. Ambassador of Indonesia to Zimbabwe and Zambia Eddy Poerwana Wangsadihardja, based in Harare
5. Ambassador of Indonesia to the Kingdom of Norway Esti Andayani RA
6. Ambassador of Indonesia to Canada Dienne Hardianti Moehario
7. Ambassador of Indonesia to the Philippines and the Republic of Palau John Kristiarto Soeryo Legowo, based in Manila
8. Ambassador of Indonesia to the Kingdom of Saudi Gatot Abdullah Mansyur
9. Ambassador of Indonesia to Romania and Moldova Marianna Sutadi, domiciled in Bucharest
10. Ambassador of Indonesia to Peru and Bolivia Plurinasional Joseph Berty Fernandez, located in Lima
11. Ambassador of Indonesia to the People's Republic of China and Mongolia Imron Cotan, based in Beijing
12. Ambassador of Indonesia to the Confederation of Switzerland and Liechtenstein, Djoko Susilo, based in Bern
13. Permanent Representative at the Permanent Mission of Indonesia to the United Nations in Southeast Asia I Gede Ngurah Swajaya, domiciled in Jakarta
14. Ambassador of Indonesia to Austria and Slovenia I Gusti Agung Wesaka Puja serving permanent representative to the UN RI and other organizations, UNIDO, IAEA, UNOV, CTBTO, based in Vienna
15. Ambassador of Indonesia to Uzbekistan Mohammad Asruchin
16. Ambassador of Indonesia to the Fiji Islands Aidil Chandra Salim
17. Ambassador of Indonesia to the Kingdom of Morocco Tosari Widjaja
18. RI Ambassador for South Africa Sjahril Sabaruddin
19. Ambassador of Indonesia to the Kingdom of Cambodia Soehardjono Sastromihardjo. (yoedi karyono/www.rainbowdiplomacy.com)


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Monday, January 18, 2010

Who is Mahmoud Saikal?


Mahmoud Saikal is Ambassador of Afghanistan to the Republic of Indonesia.

Mahmoud Saikal is an architect and diplomat.
A graduate of both the University of Canberra and Sydney University, he served as a Project Architect and Senior Architect with Robert Peck von Hartel Trethowan , Cox Architects & Planners , and Bligh Voller Nield Pty Ltd.
In the sphere of diplomacy, he served in 1993-1994 as First Secretary and then Minister at the Embassy of Afghanistan in Tokyo; from 1994-2002 as Honorary Consul for Afghanistan in Australia, and from 2002-2005 as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Afghanistan to Australia and New Zealand.

He went on to serve in 2005-2006 as Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs (International Cooperation and Development) of Afghanistan, and as President of the Commission for the Coordination of the Implementation of the Old Kabul City Plans. His current research interests lie in the enhancement in economic cooperation between Afghanistan and its neighbours. (www.rainbowdiplomacy.com/apcd.anu.edu.au/www.smh.com.au)

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Sunday, January 17, 2010

Who is Alexander A. Ivanov?


Alexander A. Ivanov is Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation in the Republic of Indonesia, the Independent State of Papua New Guinea, the Republic of Kiribati and the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, the Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation to the Association of the South-East Asian Nation (ASEAN)

Born in 1952.
Moscow State Institute of International Relations (University): 1979.
Correspondence postgraduate studies, Institute of Oriental Studies under Academy of Sciences of the USSR, PhD (history): 1989.
Consulate General, Chittagong, People’s Republic of Bangladesh: 1979 – 1983.

USSR Embassy, People’s Republic of Bangladesh: 1986 – 1991.
Participation in the UN Mission in Cambodia (UNCTAD): 1993.
Russian Embassy, Japan: 1997 – 2001.
Director, Department of ASEAN and Asia-Pacific Regional Affairs: 2001 – March 2007.
Author of a number of articles on the Asia-Pacific security and cooperation issues.
Participant of official and “second track” conferences and fora on European and Asian security problems.
Rank: Envoy Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary, 1st class.
Fluent in English, Bengalese and Italian.
Married with daughter.
(www.rainbowdiplomacy.com/www.indonesia.mid.ru)
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Friday, January 15, 2010

Who is Mackenzie Clugston?


Mackenzie Clugston is Ambassador of Canada to the Republic of Indonesia
and to the Democratic Republic of Timor Leste.

Mackenzie Clugston joined the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade in 1982. Between 1985 and 1997, he served abroad twice in Tokyo as a Public Affairs Officer as well as Trade Commissioner. In 2000, he was appointed Consul General in Osaka and in 2003, moved back to Tokyo to become Minister and Deputy Head of Mission in Tokyo.

Mr. Clugston has also held a number of positions in Ottawa, including assignments with the Southern Africa Task Force, the International Financial and Investment Affairs Division, the United States Trade and Economic Policy Division, and the International Economic Relations Division. In 1997, he accepted a secondment to the Privy Council Office as Policy Adviser. His most recent assignment was that of Director General of the Assignments and Executive Management Bureau.

Mr. Clugston graduated from Trent University with a Bachelor Degree in Arts in 1974, and a Masters of Public Administration from Queen’s University in 1977. He is fluent in English, French and Japanese. He and his spouse, Paula Bowers, have two sons: Angus and Duncan. (www.rainbowdiplomacy.com/www.canadainternational.gc.ca)

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