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Delegation of the European Union to Indonesia

Media Monitoring Report

European Union Roadshow Surabaya, 13 February 2015

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Media Attendance List ……………………………….……………….……… 3 Media Coverage & Summary…..…………………….……………………... 5 ANNEX: Articles ………...……………………………………….……………... 16

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MEDIA ATTENDANCE LIST Breakfast Meeting Sheraton Hotel No Media Name Position 1 Antara Jatim Miftahul Ulum Senior Editor, East Java Region 2 Bisnis Jatim Slamet Hadi Purnomo Deputy Chief Editor, East Java Region Note: Three other media were also invited: Jawa Pos, Radar Surabaya and Harian Surabaya. All three confirmed attendance (status as per 12 February) but were unable to attend on the day of the event. Public Lecture “The EU and Indonesia Partnership for the 21st Century” Institut Français d’Indonésie (IFI) No Media Name Contact 1 Antara Jatim Ayu Citra Sukma ayu.antara@yahoo.co.id 2 Portaljatim.Com Tama Dinie dinie.tama@gmail.com 3 Radar Surabaya Rudy rudiradashy@yahoo.com 4 Jawa Pos Beky becjepo@yahoo.com 5 Radar Jatim E. Kurniawati radarjatim@yahoo.com 6 Surya Sugi gie.surya@gmail.com Trade Seminar “The Contribution of European companies to the improvement of the EU-Indonesia Business Relations” Sheraton Hotel No Media Name Contact 1 Berita jatim Nafsiah nafsiah_niesa@ymail.com 2 Metro TV News Eko ekosolestyono@gmail.com 3 UMKM News Dony donymaulana86@gmail.com 4 Liputan 6 Dian K. diankurniawan10@gmail.com 5 Kabar Jatim Jabrid jabridpunjabi@yahoo.co.id

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Press Conference & Opening Ceremony “Destination Europe” Main Atrium, Grand City Mall No Media Name Contact 1 Sindo Trijaya FM Wawan wawantrijaya@yahoo.com 2 Metro TV News Eko ekosolestyono@gmail.com 3 Surya Ari Dora ari.dora79@gmail.com 4 Jawa Pos Beky becjepo@yahoo.com 5 Siklus Time Tarmuji masmuji75@gmail.com 6 Jatim Pro Dofir dofirmokhamad@gmail.com 7 Smart FM Elina elinahrdworker@gmail.com 8 Duta Masyarakat Wiwiek Wulan wiekwulan@gmail.com 9 Tempo Gita delamay84@gmail.com 10 Kabar Jatim Jabrid jabridpunjabi@yahoo.co.id 11 Radar Surabaya Rudi rudiradashy@yahoo.com 12 Suara Kawan Bambang bambangwahyo2020@yahoo.com 13 Surya Sugi gie.surya@gmail.com 14 Realita Amel amalnewsjitu@gmail.com 15 Suara Surabaya Taufik kanjang@gmail.com 16 Antara Fiqih fiqihharfani@gmail.com 17 Portal jatim Tama Dinie dinie.tama@gmail.com 18 TV 9 Sururi kangsururi@gmail.com 19 Radar Jatim E. Kurniawati radarjatim@yahoo.com 20 UMKM News Dony donymaulana86@gmail.com 21 Kompas Herpin herpindewanto@gmail.com 22 Viva Tudji tudjiku@gmail.com 23 Liputan 6 Dian K. diankurniawan10@gmail.com 24 Koran Rakyat Maidah zahrah_maidah@yahoo.com 25 Bisnis Surabaya Ardhia Tri putri.atap@gmail.com 26 Bisnis Indonesia Wike D. Herlinda wd.herlinda@gmail.com 27 Jawa Pos Yasin gale.kance@yahoo.co.id 28 SBO TV Dewi dewizs2903@gmail.com 29 Bisnis Surabaya Dona 0899 5744 8777 30 Berita jatim Nafsiah nafsiah_niesa@ymail.com 31 Antara Risyal risyal_photo@ymail.com 32 ANTV Sandi sandhi_antv@ymail.com 33 Kompas TV Nyoman nyoman.metallica@gmail.com 34 Tempo Edwin efajerial@hmail.com 35 Antara Viany 0856 45181 8831 36 Kabar Bisnis Renaedbudi budikanzarbisnis@gmail.com

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MEDIA COVERAGE & SUMMARY 1. Suara Surabaya – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

Introducing Europe, 15 EU Ambassadors visit Surabaya Kenalkan Eropa, 15 Dubes Uni Eropa kunjungi Surabaya See article on page 17 | WEBSITE Summary: 15 EU diplomats visited Surabaya on Friday (13/2) to strengthen economic, tourism and education cooperation. In addition, the 15 diplomats opened the Destination Europe travel and culture fair held at Grand City Mall Surabaya, one of the city’s major shopping centres.

2. Kabar Gress – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE European Ambassadors introduce Europe and enhance linkages Para Dubes Eropa perkenalkan Eropa dan tingkatkan hubungan See article on page 18 | WEBSITE

Summary: A delegation comprising 15 EU diplomats visited Surabaya today (13/2) to introduce Europe and enhance cooperation with East Java province and the city of Surabaya. The delegation, led by EU Ambassador HE Olof Skoog, comprises diplomats from nine EU Member States, including the Ambassadors of Austria (HE Andreas Karabaczek), Belgium (HE Patrick Hermann), Czech Republic (HE Tomas Smetanka), Ireland (HE Kyle O'Sullivan) and Poland (HE Tadeusz Szumowski). While in Surabaya, the Ambassadors – together with the Deputy Governor of East Java, Drs H. Saifullah Yusuf – officially opened the ‘Destination Europe’ exhibition at Grand City Mall.

3. Berita Jatim – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

Ambassadors introduce Europe to Surabaya Para Dubes kenalkan Eropa ke Surabaya See article on page 20 | WEBSITE

Summary: A number of European Ambassadors visited Surabaya to officially open the "Destination Europe" exhibition in Surabaya on Friday (13/2). The purpose of the event is to introduce Europe to the resident of East Java, particularly Surabaya. The exhibition at Grand City Mall was opened by EU Ambassador Olof Skoog and diplomats from 9 countries including HE Andreas Karabaczek (Ambassador of Austria), HE Patrick Hermann (Ambassador of Belgium), HE Tomas Smetanka (Ambassador of Czech Republic), HE Kyle O'Sullivan (Ambassador of Ireland) and HE Tadeusz Szumowski (Ambassador of Poland). Apart from the ambassadors, the event was attended by the Deputy Governor of East Java, Drs H. Saifullah Yusuf.

4. Centro One – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

European Ambassadors glance at Surabaya Dubes Negara Eropa lirik Surabaya See article on page 21 | WEBSITE

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Summary: The city of Surabaya receives attention from the international community. On Friday (13/2), seven European ambassadors visited Surabaya. The event is part of a roadshow to several Indonesian city. They were welcomed by Surabaya Mayor Tri Rismaharini to discuss in length about the progress of the city.

5. Geo Times – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE Seven European Ambassadors meet Surabaya Mayor Tujuh Dubes Eropa temui Walikota Surabaya See article on page 22 | WEBSITE

Summary: Seven ambassadors from EU Member States met with Surabaya Mayor Tri Rismaharini at Majapahit Hotel in Surabaya on Friday (13/2) to further discuss the city’s development. EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog said that their visit to Surabaya was aimed at building potential cooperation between Surabaya and EU cities. Friday’s meeting was attended by Czech Ambassador to Indonesia Tomas Smetanka, Irish Ambassador to Indonesia Kyle O. Sullivan, Belgian Ambassador to Indonesia Patrick Hermann, Austrian Ambassador to Indonesia Andreas Karabaczek, Polish Ambassador to Indonesia Tadeusz Szumowski, EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog and Swedish diplomat Eddy Fonyodi.

6. Surabaya City PR – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE Seven European Ambassadors meet Surabaya Mayor Tujuh Dubes Eropa temui Walikota Surabaya See article on page 23 | WEBSITE

Summary: Seven European ambassadors visited Surabaya as part of a roadshow to several cities. As not to miss the momentum, the ambassadors invited Surabaya Mayor Tri Rismaharini to discuss developments of the city. The meeting, held at Hotel Majapahit, was attended by Czech Ambassador to Indonesia Tomas Smetanka, Irish Ambassador to Indonesia Kyle O. Sullivan, Belgian Ambassador to Indonesia Patrick Hermann, Austrian Ambassador to Indonesia Andreas Karabaczek, Polish Ambassador to Indonesia Tadeusz Szumowski, EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog and Swedish diplomat Eddy Fonyodi.

7. Enciety – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

The world's 3rd best mayor meets 7 European Ambassadors Jadi Wali Kota terbaik ketiga di dunia, Risma temui 7 Dubes Eropa See article on page 24 | WEBSITE

Summary: Seven European ambassadors visited Surabaya and met with Tri RIsmaharini, the world's third best mayor according to the World Mayor Prize (WMP) 2014. The visit of the European ambassadors was also to observe the progress made by Risma. Held at the Majapahit Hotel on Friday (13/2), the meeting was attended by Czech Ambassador Tomas Smetanka, Irish Ambassador Kyle O. Sullivan, Belgian Ambassador Patrick Hermann, Austrian Ambassador Andreas Karabaczek, Polish Ambassador Tadeusz Szumowski, EU Ambassador Olof Skoog and Swedish diplomat Eddy Fonyodi.

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8. Republika – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

European Ambassadors meet Risma in Surabaya Dubes-dubes Eropa temui Risma di Surabaya See article on page 25 | WEBSITE

Summary: Seven ambassadors of EU Member States met with Surabaya Mayor Tri Rismaharini at Majapahit Hotel in Surabaya on Friday (13/2) to further discuss the city’s development. EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog said that their visit to Surabaya was aimed at building potential cooperation between Surabaya and EU cities. Friday’s meeting was attended by Czech Ambassador to Indonesia Tomas Smetanka, Irish Ambassador to Indonesia Kyle O. Sullivan, Belgian Ambassador to Indonesia Patrick Hermann, Austrian Ambassador to Indonesia Andreas Karabaczek, Polish Ambassador to Indonesia Tadeusz Szumowski, EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog and Swedish diplomat Eddy Fonyodi.

9. Metro TV Jatim – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

Seven European Ambassadors meet Surabaya Mayor Tujuh Dubes Eropa temui Wali Kota Surabaya See article on page 27 | WEBSITE

Summary: A total of seven European ambassadors to Indonesia made a visit to Surabaya on Friday (13/2). The visit was part of a series of roadshows in several cities. Surabaya mayor Tri Rismaharini, or Risma, was invited to a meeting which was held at the Majapahit Hotel. EU Ambassador to Indonesia, Brunei and ASEAN Olof Skoog who was also in attendance, said that the visit was aimed at considering the possibility of strengthening cooperation between Surabaya and cities in the EU. Indonesia is a strategic partner for the EU and Surabaya is among the cities with the most rapid growth, Skoog added. Risma said that Surabaya would improve the quality of human resources prior to realising the city’s commitment to become competitive in terms of service and trading sectors.

10. Antara News – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

Seven European Ambassadors meet Tri Rismaharini Tujuh Dubes Eropa temui Tri Rismaharini See article on page 29 | WEBSITE Summary: Surabaya Mayor Tri Rismaharini had a meeting with seven ambassadors from Europe on 13 February 2015. They were Czech Ambassador Tomas Smetanka, Irish Ambassador Kyle O’Sullivan, Belgian Ambassador Patrick Hermann, Austria nAmbassador Andreas Karabaczek, Polish Ambassador Tadeusz Szumowski, EU Ambassador Olof Skoog and Swedish diplomat Eddy Fonyodi. Skoog said that the visit was aimed to mull possibilities of strengthening relations between Surabaya and other cities in the EU. Mayor Tri explained her vision to build the city and improve the quality for people in the city.

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11. Viva – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

Mayor Risma receives six European Ambassadors Wali Kota Risma disambangi enam Dubes Eropa See article on page 30 | WEBSITE

Summary: Seven European ambassadors visited Surabaya on 13 February 2015. Surabaya Mayor Tri Rismaharini showcased to them the city’s transport system, education and transparent government. The meeting, held at Hotel Majapahit, was attended by the Czech Ambassador Tomas Smetanka, Irish Ambassador Kyle O’Sullivan, Belgian Ambassador Patrick Hermann, Austria nAmbassador Andreas Karabaczek, Polish Ambassador Tadeusz Szumowski, EU Ambassador Olof Skoog and Swedish diplomat Eddy Fonyodi.

12. Antara Jatim – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE EU Ambassador exchanges souvenir with P [sic] (photo caption) Dubes Uni Eropa bertukar cinderamata dengan P See article on page 32 | WEBSITE

Summary: East Java Deputy Governor Saifullah Yusuf was pictured exchanging souvenirs with EU Ambassador Olof Skoog, witnessed by nine European diplomats at the opening of Destination Europe in Surabaya, East Java. The EU tourism exhibition is aimed at introducing Europe’s tourism, education and business to the East Java community, particularly those in Surabaya.

13. Antara Jatim – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

Cooperation with European Union (photo caption) Kerjasama Uni Eropa See article on page 33 | WEBSITE

Summary: At least seven European Ambassadors met with Surabaya Mayor Tri Rismaharini to talk about the city’s development. The meeting was attended by Tomas Smetanka from the Czech Republic, Kyle O’Sullivan from Ireland, Patrick Hermann from Belgium, Andreas Karabaczek from Austria, Tadeusz Szumowski from Poland, EU Ambassador Olof Skoog and Swedish diplomat Eddy Fonyodi.

14. Antara – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

EU committed to increase investment in Indonesia Uni Eropa komitmen tingkatkan investasi di Indonesia See article on page 34 |WEBSITE

Summary: The EU expressed its commitment to improve trade with and investment in Indonesia by introducing various economic cooperation designed to help the country’s integration into international trade. Speaking after the public lecture “the EU and Indonesia Partnership for the 21st Century” at the IFI Campus in Surabaya on Friday, EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog believed that the cooperation would assist Indonesia in realizing its maximum potential in trade and investment. He further explained several programmes EU extended for Indonesia,

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including the EU-Indonesia Trade Support Programme II, as well as grants for education, environment, climate change, disaster preparedness, good governance and human rights. The EU also introduced the Innovative Indigenous Flores Ecotourism for Sustainable Trade (INFEST) with €375,000 for a three year period. The general lecture was attended by more than 50 students from East and Central Java, as well as ambassadors of EU countries for Indonesia.

15. Tempo – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

Not bureaucratic, EU will be interested in investing in Surabaya Tak Birokratis, Uni Eropa tertarik berinvestasi di Surabaya See article on page 36 |WEBSITE

Summary: After the opening of Destination Europe exhibition at Grand City Mall, Surabaya

on Friday (13/2), EU Ambassador to Indonesia, Brunei and ASEAN Olof Skoog explained the motives behind the EU’s intention to invest in Surabaya. European investors are definitely seeking a place for investment that provides legal certainty and Surabaya is the answer. The meeting with the city’s mayor Tri Rismaharini at the Majapahit Hotel on Friday (13/2) has increasingly added Skoog’s confidence to invest in the city. Skoog was accompanied by other ambassadors in the meeting, including Andreas Karabaczek (Austria), Patrick Hermann (Belgium), Tomas Smetanka (Czech Republic), Kyle O'Sullivan (Ireland) and Tadeus Szumowski (Poland).

16. Berita Sore – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

EU committed to increase investment in Indonesia Uni Eropa komitmen tingkatkan investasi di Indonesia See article on page 37 |WEBSITE

Summary: The EU is committed to enhance trade and investment in Indonesia by carrying

out various cooperation programmes which would help [Indonesia] become integrated in the international trade system. "We are confident that this cooperation will help Indonesia realise its trade and investment potentials," said EU Ambassador to Indonesia, Brunei Darussalam and ASEAN, Olof Skoog after a public lecture entitled "The EU and Indonesia Partnership for the 21st Century" at IFI Surabaya on Friday (13/2).

17. Bisnis Indonesia Jatim – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

EU asks Indonesia to abolish the death penalty Uni Eropa minta Indonesia hapuskan hukuman mati See article on page 38 |WEBSITE

Summary: European Union Member States are of the opinion that Indonesia needs to

abolish the death penalty and adopt other comprehensive strategies to address the dangers posed by rampant drug distribution in the nation. EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog said that drug trafficking is an issue faced by nearly all nations but the death penalty is not the right solution to resolve the problem. According to Skoog, close cooperation between Indonesia and the EU in the humanitarian, education and economic sectors could open the door for even wider cooperation in combating terrorism and drug trafficking.

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18. Solo Pos – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

EU urges Indonesia to abolish the death penalty Uni Eropa desak Indonesia hapuskan hukuman mati See article on page 39 |WEBSITE Summary:

European Union Member States view that Indonesia should abolish the death penalty and adopt other comprehensive strategies to fight against drug use. EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog said that drug trafficking is an issue faced by nearly all nations but the death penalty is not the right solution to resolve the problem.

19. Antara Jatim – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

EU delegation promotes tourism-education in Surabaya Delegasi Uni Eropa promosi wisata-pendidikan di Surabaya See article on page 40 | WEBSITE

Summary: A delegation from the EU, comprising 15 ambassadors, organised Destination Europe at the Grand City Surabaya, 13-15 February 2015. Speaking at the opening of the expo, EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog invited all to come to the expo to seek information on tourism and education, hoping that visitors could enjoy Europe-filled experience there. The opening was also attended by East Java Deputy Governor Saifullah Yusuf. The diplomats also met Surabaya Mayor Tri Rismaharini to exchange thoughts on development in the city.

20. Antara Foto – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

EU tourism destination Destinasi Pariwisata Uni Eropa See article on page 41 | WEBSITE

Summary: East Java Deputy Governor Saifullah Yusuf was pictured with EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog and nine other European diplomats ringing bells at the opening of Destination Europe in Surabaya on Friday (Feb. 13). The EU tourism expo is aimed to introduce Europe’s tourism, education and business to East Java audience, particularly those in Surabaya.

21. Paradiso – 14 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

EU promotes tourism in Surabaya Uni Eropa promosi pariwisata di Surabaya See article on page 42 |WEBSITE

Summary: EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog and 15 diplomats visited Surabaya on Friday (13/2). The visit was aimed at offering the people of Surabaya an array of programmes, including travel packages, business opportunities and cooperation and scholarship. Skoog said that the public could gather information about the programmes by visiting the Destination Europe travel and culture fair held at Grand City Mall Surabaya from February 13-15.

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22. Detak Berita – 14 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

EU eyes East Java's tourism potentials Uni Eropa lirik potensi wisata Jatim See article on page 43 |WEBSITE

Summary: As many as 15 European Union diplomats visited Surabaya to promote the bloc’s tourism and education programmes. EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog said that attractive tourism destinations offered by EU Member States have drawn in a large number of visitors worldwide.

23. Inilah.Com – 14 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE EU to enhance trade-investment in Indonesia Uni Eropa tingkatkan dagang-investasi di Indonesia See article on page 44 |WEBSITE

Summary: The EU is committed to enhance trade and investment in Indonesia by implementing economic cooperation through a series of programmes, which are designed to help integrate [Indonesia] to the international trade system. EU Ambassador to Indonesia, Brunei and ASEAN Olof Skoog said that capacity development is the main factor to enhance trade and investment performance, citing the EU-Indonesia II Trade Assistance Program (TSP II) as an example. In addition, the cooperation would also be realised by improving investment conditions.

24. Jawa Pos – 14 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

Europe eyes Surabaya Eropa bidik Surabaya See article on page 45 Summary: During a media conference for Destination Europe, European Ambassador Olof Skoog revealed that 44 per cent of all tourists worldwide visited Europe. In addition to the numerous exotic tourist destinations, the education sector has also played a role in attracting visitors to Europe helped by their extensive scholarship programmes. Skoog said that the exhibition was held in Surabaya due to the city’s positive economic growth. Skoog is confident that more tourists will visit Europe, adding the bloc is increasing its apparent tolerance of Muslims.

25. Viva – 14 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE Europe selling tourism in East Java Eropa jualan pariwisata di Jawa Timur See article on page 46 | WEBSITE

Summary: EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog, along with 15 other diplomats, presented the Destination Europe at Grand City Surabaya on 13-15 February at Grand City Surabaya. Skoog explained that the expo offered information on tourism and education in Europe, as well as other information on the diversity in that continent. East Java Deputy Governor Saifullah Yusuf welcomed the EU’s

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initiative, saying that Surabaya and East Java showed positive economic performances. He also expected the expo to be held annually, and that offers from Europe should also be accompanied with incentives, particularly for businesspeople.

26. Harian Surya – 15 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

EU also enhances cooperation in education and tourism Uni Eropa juga perkuat kerjasama pendidikan dan wisata See article on page 48 |WEBSITE

Summary: The Destination Europe expo is not only aiming for business development, but also

education and tourism sectors. East Java Deputy Governor Syaifullah Yusuf, known as Gus Ipul, said that a total of 40,000 EU inbound tourists was recorded to have visited the province. He noticed that cooperation between local universities and the EU in the education sector has been on an increase on an annual basis. The Destination Europe expo saw the participation of a delegation from nine countries, including Austrian Ambassador Andreas Karabaczek, Patrick Hermann (Belgium), Tomas Smetanka (Czech Republic), Kyle O Sullivan (Ireland) and Tadeus Szumowski (Poland).

27. Bisnis Indonesia – 16 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

East Java targets 30 percent investment from EU Jatim incar 30% dari Uni Eropa See article on page 49 Summary: The East Java Provincial Government is aiming to reach their 2015 goal of having Rp 158 trillion in investment value, with 30 per cent or Rp 47.4 trillion in funding coming from EU member countries. East Java Deputy Governor Saifullah Yusuf stated that in 2014 the UK has the largest number of investments with a value of Rp 4.58 trillion, which they invested in the manufacturing sector such as shoe production and food processing plants. On Friday (13/2), the EU Embassy reportedly invited a number of business representatives to Surabaya to encourage them to invest in East Java.

28. Kabar24.com – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE Seven EU Ambassadors meet with Surabaya Mayor Walikota Surabaya didatangi 7 Duta Besar See article on page 50 | WEBSITE

Summary: Seven ambassadors of European Union Member States met with Surabaya Mayor Tri Rismaharini at Majapahit Hotel in Surabaya on Friday (13/2) to further discuss the city’s development. EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog said that their visit to Surabaya was aimed at building potential cooperation between Surabaya and EU cities. Friday’s meeting was attended by Czech Ambassador to Indonesia Tomas Smetanka, Irish Ambassador to Indonesia Kyle O. Sullivan, Belgian Ambassador to Indonesia Patrick Hermann, Austrian Ambassador to Indonesia Andreas Karabaczek, Polish Ambassador to Indonesia Tadeusz Szumowski, EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog and Swedish diplomat Eddy Fonyodi.

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29. Surabaya News – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE High number of European tourists will help boost investment Tingginya wisatawan ikut berimbas naiknya investasi See article on page 52 | WEBSITE

Summary: The high number of Europeans visiting Indonesia are expected to help bolster European investments in East Java, contributing 30 per cent to the region’s investment target of Rp 158 trillion for 2015. East Java Deputy Governor Syaifullah Yusuf said that UK investments dominate the province’s food processing, footwear and manufacturing sectors.

30. Surabaya News – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

Indonesian tourists to Europe drop 30% due to weakening of rupiah Pelemahan Rupiah jumlah wisatawan ke Eropa turun hingga 30% See article on page 53 | WEBSITE

Summary: A weaker rupiah against the dollar has had an adverse impact not only on importers but also on Indonesian travellers, especially those visiting Europe. The number of Indonesian visitors to European countries have dwindled around 20 to 30 percent. However, EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog is confident that European visits by Indonesians would remain strong as the nation’s economy improves.

31. Kabar Bisnis – 13 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

European Union Exhibition Pameran Uni Eropa See article on page 54 | WEBSITE

Summary: East Java Deputy Governor Syaifullah Yusuf and EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog were pictured posting an European Union pin at the Destination Europe travel and culture fair held at Grand City Mall Surabaya on Friday (13/2).

32. Radar Surabaya – 14 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

Seven European Ambassadors curious of Surabaya Tujuh Dubes Eropa penasaran dengan Surabaya See article on page 55

Summary: A total of seven European ambassadors to Indonesia made a visit to Surabaya on Friday (13/2). The visit was part of a series of roadshows to several cities. Surabaya Mayor Tri Rismaharini, or Risma, was invited to a meeting at the Majapahit Hotel. EU Ambassador to Indonesia, Brunei and ASEAN Olof Skoog who was also in attendance, said that the visit was aimed at considering the possibility of strengthening cooperation between Surabaya and cities in the EU. Indonesia is a strategic partner for the EU and Surabaya is among the cities with the most rapid growth, Skoog added. Risma said that Surabaya would improve the quality of human resources prior to realising the city’s commitment to become competitive in terms of service and trading sectors.

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33. Surabaya Pagi – 14 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

Destination Europe Destinasi Eropa See article on pgae 56 Summary: East Java Deputy Governor Syaifullah Yusuf accompanied by EU Ambassador Olof Skoog showcased toursim to Europe during the opening of the Destination Europe exhibition in Surabaya on Friday (13/2).

34. Bisnis Indonesia Jatim – 14 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE European Tourism Promotion Promosi Wisata Eropa See article on page 57 | WEBSITE Summary: East Java Deputy Governor Syaifullah Yusuf, EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog and nine other European diplomats rang bells to mark the opening of Destination Europe expo in Surabaya on Friday (13/2). The event was aimed at introducing Europe, including its tourism, education and business.

35. Republika – 14 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE EU to increase investments in Indonesia See article on page 58 | WEBSITE

Summary: The European Union has agreed to increase trade and investment in Indonesia through economic cooperation to assist the country's integration into the international trade system. "We are sure this cooperation will help Indonesia achieve the maximum potential opportunity in the trade and investment sector," European Union Ambassador to Indonesia and ASEAN Olof Skoog said here on Friday.

36. Kabar Indo – 14 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

15 EU diplomats promote Europe and enhance relations 15 diplomat Uni Eropa; perkenalkan Eropa dan tingkatkan hubungan See article on page 59 | WEBSITE

Summary: A delegation comprising 15 diplomats visited Surabaya to introduce Europe and improve relations with East Java province. The delegation was led by EU Ambassador Olof Skoog and include diplomats from 9 EU Member States, including Andreas Karabaczek (Austria), Patrick Hermann (Belgium), Tomas Smetanka (Czech Republic), Kyle O'Sullivan (Ireland) and Tadeus Szumowski (Poland).

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37. Berita Jatim – 14 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE Europe committed to supporting Indonesia’s economic growth Eropa komitmen dorong pertumbuhan ekonomi Indonesia See article on page 60 | WEBSITE

Summary: After opening the Destination Europe travel and culture fair at Grand City Mall Surabaya on Friday (13/2), 15 European Union diplomats held a seminar on business relations between the EU and Indonesia at Sheraton Hotel. Key speakers in the seminar include Austrian Ambassador to Indonesia Andreas Karabaczek, Irish Ambassador to Indonesia Kyle O'Sullivan, EU Ambassador to Indonesia Olof Skoog, and EKONID Managing Director Jan Ronnfeld.

38. Rakyat Merdeka – 17 Feb 2015 – POSITIVE

Destination Europe held in Surabaya Gelar Destination Europe di Surabaya See article on page 61 | WEBSITE

Summary: Having succeeded in holding the Destination Europe event in Jakarta, a similar event was held in Surabaya. The event also saw the attendance of several European ambassadors. EU Ambassador HE Olof Skoog was accompanied by Ambassadors of Austria (HE Andreas Karabaczek), Belgium (HE Patrick Hermann), Czech Republic (HE Tomas Smetanka), Ireland (HE Kyle O'Sullivan) and Poland (HE Tadeusz Szumowski).

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