Dubai, Indonesia to boost trade ties

Dubai, June 13 (IANS/WAM) The government of the emirate of Dubai will strengthen trade cooperation with Indonesia, it was announced Wednesday.

An Indonesian delegation, led by Consul General in Dubai Mansyur Pangeran, has held talks with officials of the economic development department here.

UAE's investment in Indonesia reached $25.1 million in 2011. Both sides discussed ways to increase cooperation on trade, tourism, investment and services.

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