Indonesian Ambassador Visits Alabama to Promote Economic and University Ties

June 13, 2008 -- MONTGOMERY - Improving bilateral economic relations and higher education exchanges and cooperation will be the focus of an Indonesian dignitary’s visit to Alabama on June 25th.

The State of Alabama will host Indonesian Ambassador Sudjadnan Parnohadiningrat during his visit to Birmingham. The objective of this visit is to promote Indonesia and its relations with the U.S.

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“Alabama understands that in today’s global economy, relationships count,” said Governor Riley. “By hosting distinguished visitors such as Ambassador Parnohadiningrat, we nurture and strengthen these relationships, resulting in new educational and economic opportunities for our state.”

During the Ambassador’s visit, he will speak at a public engagement in Birmingham as part of the Brock International Business Speaker Series - Samford University’s Brock School of Business. The event will be held at the Medical Forum Conference Center/Sheraton Downtown Hotel from 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. Breakfast will be served. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. Reservations can be made online at www.samford.edu/business.

Ambassador Parnohadiningrat will also visit with local businesses and universities to discuss economic opportunities between Indonesia and Alabama.

Source: Alabama Governor