Jakarta, July 16 -- Deputy Minister for Higher Education, Science, and Technology, Stella Christie, highlighted Bastille Day as an opportunity to further strengthen educational cooperation between Indonesia and France.

Christie emphasized that the ties between the two countries have expanded beyond formal diplomacy to broader societal dimensions.

"For years, our partnership has grown across many dimensions," as quoted from Christie's official statement in Jakarta on Wednesday.

The deputy minister noted that bilateral cooperation is not limited to the defense and economic sectors but also encompasses long-term areas such as energy, culture, education, science, and innovation.

She remarked that institutions from both countries are activ...