Jakarta (ANTARA) – Indonesian Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs Djamari Chaniago met with Australian Minister for Home Affairs Tony Burke to explore avenues for strengthening bilateral security cooperation.The talks were held at the Australian Embassy in Jakarta on Wednesday (Jan. 28), according to a press release received on Thursday.”Our bilateral cooperation reflects the shared interests of Indonesia and Australia and is expected to deliver positive impacts on regional stability. Therefore, it is crucial that the two countries step up collaboration,” Chaniago stated.The minister noted that he and Burke used the occasion to exchange views on a range of strategic issues of common concern, including domestic and regional security, counter-terrorism, maritime security, illegal immigration, cybersecurity, and the protection of critical infrastructure, as well as transnational crime.He further stated that Indonesia and Australia had reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cooperation in addressing maritime and shipping issues, illegal fishing, human and drug trafficking, as well as various unconventional offenses in cyberspace.Burke echoed the sentiment, stressing the importance of both nations maintaining their enduring collaborative ties amid mounting challenges to national security in a shifting global landscape.While acknowledging the harmonious relations between the two countries, he underscored the need for more concrete steps to ensure the mutual safety and security of their peoples.The bilateral meeting concluded with the adoption of a joint communiqué outlining the outcomes of the discussion and practical measures to follow up in pursuit of stronger security cooperation.Both officials also expressed hope that their meeting would help make Indonesia-Australia relations stronger and more impactful for regional and national security.