President Mahmoud Abbas visits Indonesia

This was the first ever visit by a Palestinian president to Indonesia, and "therefore a very important momentum for increasing the relations between the two countries especially Indonnesia that has been a staunt supporter of the Palestinian fight for peace," said Indonesian foreign affairs minister Hassan Wirajuda who welcomed the Palestinian president at the Halim Perdanakusuman military airport.

President Mahmoud Abbas was accompanied by information and foreign affairs minister Ria Al-Malki.

After chatting for about 10 minutes with Minister Hassan Wirajuda he and entourage proceeded to the hotel where they would be staying.