Indonesia Considers Withdrawing from the "Peace Council"

Indonesian President Joko Widodo recently stated that Indonesia may withdraw from the “Peace Committee” initiated by the United States if it fails to support Palestinian interests.

Joko Widodo, speaking with reporters and analysts in Bogor, West Java, pointed out that Indonesia’s decision to join the committee was driven by strategic considerations to promote progress on the Palestinian issue from within. He said that participating is more effective in influencing relevant policies than remaining on the sidelines.

However, he also emphasized that Indonesia’s involvement is conditional and will be evaluated based on actual circumstances. If the committee’s decisions prove counterproductive or do not align with Indonesia’s consistent stance of supporting Palestinian independence, Indonesia will not hesitate to withdraw. He stated that Indonesia reserves the right to unilaterally exit the mechanism without the consent of other members.

Joko Widodo reaffirmed that supporting the establishment of a Palestinian state remains one of Indonesia’s long-standing diplomatic priorities. Indonesia’s participation in the related mechanism aims to contribute positively toward achieving a just and lasting solution.

On January 22 this year, U.S. President Donald Trump signed a document in Davos, Switzerland, with representatives from more than ten countries and regions to launch the so-called “Peace Committee.” Some invited countries have refused to join or are cautious about participation. The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson stated that France will not join for now, as the “Peace Committee” charter does not conform to United Nations resolutions on Gaza and some content also violates the UN Charter.