Dear Friends of Hungary! Dear Visitors!

It is with immense joy and honor that I extend a warm welcome to all of you on the website of the Embassy of Hungary in Jakarta. Serving as the Ambassador of Hungary in the Republic of Indonesia, Timor-Leste, and the ASEAN, I am deeply committed to fostering strong bonds of cooperation between our nations in politics, economy, culture, and education. Together with my dedicated team at the Embassy, we are determined to build upon the solid foundation of friendship that Hungary and Indonesia have shared since the establishment of diplomatic relations 69 years ago.

As we celebrate the 69th anniversary of our diplomatic ties, I reflect with pride on the journey we have undertaken together. In the past year, we witnessed significant milestones and fruitful collaborations that have strengthened the partnership between our countries. The Multi Lane Free Flow (MLFF) electronic toll payment project, successfully entering its test trial phase in Bali, marks a crucial step in our shared commitment to advancing technological solutions for mutual benefit.

Furthermore, our efforts in education have borne fruit, exemplified by the ‘Hungary Welcomes the World: Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship and Career Expo’ held in October. This event attracted over 400 Indonesian alumni and students, eager to explore educational and career opportunities in Hungary. Likewise, the HunIndotech 4.0 Business Forum in November facilitated valuable interactions between Hungarian and Indonesian companies, fostering partnerships and promoting expertise exchange. In the cultural affairs, we celebrated the 200th anniversary of Sándor Petőfi, Hungarian poet’s birthday with a memorable exhibition about his life at the prominent Museum of Fine Arts in Jakarta.

I am proud to share that we have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Indonesia, extending our commitment to provide higher education scholarships to Indonesian students. Additionally, a unique vocational internship program has been initiated, demonstrating our dedication to nurturing talent and facilitating professional growth. The recognition from prominent figures in their public speeches like Ms. Sri Mulyani, Minister of Finance, and Ms. Retno Marsudi, Minister of Foreign Affairs, reflects the success of our collaborative initiatives.

In 2024, Hungary stands ready to contribute significantly to Indonesia's ambitious Golden 2045 Vision. Our commitment goes beyond words, as we actively engage in providing skilled labor training to Indonesian workers. Hungary is prepared to share technological advancements in critical areas such as toll payment systems, water treatment, and more. Through these collaborative efforts, we aim to contribute to Indonesia's journey towards becoming a sovereign, advanced, fair, and prosperous nation by 2045, aligning with President Joko Widodo's visionary goals.

Dear Visitor of the website! The opportunities are abundant, and I invite each one of you to actively participate in turning these opportunities into tangible success stories, enriching both our societies.

Warm regards,

H.E. Lilla Karsay

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Hungary