Damascus, Aug. 17 (SANA)The Syrian Arab Republic on Monday extended its warmest congratulations and sincere wishes to the Republic ofIndonesia, its government and people, on the anniversary of its national independence.

In a statement, the Ministry ofForeign Affairsand Expatriates expressed its sincere wishes for Indonesia’s continued progress and prosperity, reaffirming Syria’s desire to further develop bilateral cooperation in a manner that serves the interests of the two friendly peoples.