Jakarta (ANTARA) – Indonesia will continue to promote human rights while strengthening cooperation with the European Union through constructive dialogue and mutual respect, the Foreign Ministry said.Foreign Ministry spokesperson Vahd Nabyl A. Mulachela said Indonesia remains committed to encouraging open and respectful dialogue with the European Union to enhance mutual understanding.”Indonesia continues to encourage open and respectful dialogue with the European Union to enhance understanding between the parties,” he told ANTARA in Jakarta on Saturday.He said such efforts are carried out, among others, through the Indonesia-EU Human Rights Dialogue, with the latest session held in Indonesia last February.Such dialogue, he said, is key to strengthening cooperation between the two sides in various fields, including the economy.”Indonesia views economic cooperation and respect for human rights as complementary and need to be strengthened simultaneously,” the spokesperson said.With this approach, Indonesia is increasingly optimistic that a balanced and constructive partnership, with a strong awareness of human rights, can continue to be developed with the European Union, he said.Indonesia hosted the 11th Indonesia-EU Human Rights Dialogue in Yogyakarta on February 11, 2026.The meeting was co-chaired by the ministry's Director of Human Rights and Migration and the Head of the Southeast Asia Division of the European External Action Service (EEAS).It was also attended by Indonesian Ambassador to Belgium and the European Union Andy Rachmianto, according to a statement from the Indonesian Embassy in Brussels.On that occasion, Ambassador Rachmianto emphasized the importance of mutual respect, equality, and commitment to concrete cooperation that delivers mutual benefits.The dialogue serves as a forum for exchanging views on best practices in promoting and protecting human rights.The forum also discussed global developments and their impact on various strategic issues to strengthen joint efforts in advancing human rights values.