 On behalf of the government and people of Australia, I extend my warmest congratulations to the government and people of Indonesia on this 68th anniversary of independence. When the Unitary Republic of Indonesia was founded in 1945, it marked the start of an enduring partnership between Australia and Indonesia. It's a partnership based on friendship and mutual respect. And for Australia, an admiration for Indonesia's achievements in nation building, economic development and poverty reduction. We are proud to be a friend and partner of an independent Indonesia founded on diversity, tolerance, pluralism. On this day of celebration, Australia sends its best wishes to our close friend and neighbour, Indonesia.