Jakarta, May 21 -- Deputy Minister for the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers Christina Aryani has called for enhancing the cooperation and friendly relations between Indonesia and Timor-Leste to support the prosperity of their people and development in both countries.

"Indonesia will always be Timor-Leste's equal partner and a true friend," Aryani said during the Timor-Leste National Day celebrations here on Tuesday.

"Hopefully, the friendship and partnership that have been built between our two countries will continue and develop for future generations," she added.

Indonesia and Timor-Leste, she said, have maintained friendly ties for nearly two decades now.

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