By KUNA,
Brussels : The European Union congratulated here Saturday Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono upon his successful re-election on July 8, which was officially confirmed today by the Indonesian General Election Commission (KPU).
“In peaceful elections the people of Indonesia have testified to their commitment to democracy and have entrusted President Yudhoyono with a strong second mandate, expressing confidence in his policies and the further pursuit of reforms,” said the Swedish EU Presidency in a statement.
“The European Union and Indonesia enjoy very good relations. The European Union looks forward to further expanding the relationship on the basis of the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement which should be signed in the near future,” it said.
Indonesia and the EU face many common challenges ranging from the consequences of the financial and economic crisis, to climate change and terrorism, it noted.