Jakarta, Jan. 22 -- Indonesia's People's Consultative Assembly Chairman Ahmad Muzani and South Korean National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-shik agreed Thursday to deepen cooperation on investment and strengthen cultural ties, highlighting the growing partnership between the two countries.

Speaking at a news conference after their meeting, Muzani said the talks were held in a warm and light-hearted atmosphere, reflecting what he described as the already strong and friendly relations between Indonesia and South Korea.

"In the meeting, the Speaker of the South Korean parliament expressed hope that the already good and close relationship at various levels - trade, economy, investment and even culture - will continue to grow closer over time," ...