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Bali Democracy Forum IV

Acara : Bali Democracy Forum IV

Tanggal : Thursday, 08 December 2011 Dari 00:00 Sampai 23:59

Tempat : Bali

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Bali Democracy Forum (BDF) merupakan forum tahunan antar-Pemerintah di tingkat menteri yangdiikuti negara-negara demokrasi dan negara-negara yang beraspirasi menjadi lebih demokratis dikawasan Asia dan sekitarnya. BDF merupakan inisiatif Indonesia bagi pembangunan dan penguatan institusi-institusi demokrasi ditingkat regional, dan pertama kali diselenggarakan pada 10-11 Desember 2008.Tujuan dari BDF pada pokoknya adalah untuk menciptakan forum regional yang mendorongpembangunan politik, melalui dialog dan pertukaran pengalaman dan kerjasama internasional, gunamemperkuat institusi demokrasi di kawasan. Selain itu, juga untuk memulai suatu prosespembelajaran dan berbagi diantara negara di kawasan sebagai strategi untuk mencapaiterpeliharanya perdamaian, stabilitas, dan kemakmuran di kawasan Asia dan sekitarnya. Pada akhir setiap BDF dihasilkan sebuah Chairman’s Statement, yang merupakan refleksi pandangandan komitmen negara-negara peserta untuk melakukan kerjasama di bidang pemajuan demokrasi. BDF I diselenggarakan pada 10-11 Desember 2008 dengan tema “Building and ConsolidatingDemocracy: a Strategic Agenda for Asia”, di mana Australia bertindak sebagai co-chair. BDF IIdiselenggarakan pada tanggal 10-11 Desember 2009, mengambil tema “Promoting Synergy betweenDemocracy and Development in Asia: Prospects for Regional Cooperation” dengan Jepang sebagaico-chair. BDF III diselenggarakan pada 9-10 Desember 2010 dengan tema “Democracy and thePromotion of Peace and Stability” dan Korea Selatan sebagai co-chair. BDF IV rencananya akandiselenggarakan pada 8-9 Desember 2011. Minat dan ketertarikan untuk menghadiri BDF terus meningkat dari tahun ke tahun sejakpenyelenggaraan pertama tahun 2008, baik dari kawasan Asia maupun dari luar kawasan sepertiAfrika dan Eropa. Pada BDF I, jumlah negara yang hadir baik sebagai peserta maupun observeradalah 40 negara, BDF II sejumlah 48 negara peserta dan observer, dan BDF III sejumlah 86 negarapeserta dan observer. Ini menunjukkan makin tingginya apresiasi negara-negara Asia maupunkawasan lain kepada BDF dan bagaimana BDF dan demokrasi telah menjadi agenda strategis dikawasan. BDF juga menghasilkan banyak inisiatif kerjasama yang berdampak pada penguataninstitusi demokrasi negara-negara di Asia. BDF juga telah menjadi arsitektur kawasan yang mendapatperhatian berbagai negara di bidang pemajuan demokrasi.Untuk mengimplementasikan hasil-hasil BDF, Pemerintah Indonesia membentuk Institute for Peaceand Democracy (IPD). Tugas dari IPD pada pokoknya adalah mendorong pertukaran pandangan danpengalaman melalui berbagai kegiatan seperti antara lain workshop, seminar, kuliah umum, electionvisit, pelatihan bagi aparatur negara, dan memperluas jejaring. Untuk jangka-panjang, IPD diharapkanmenjadi center of excellence di kawasan maupun di tingkat global.

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Top > Regional Affairs > Asia > Indonesia > Bali Democracy Forum > CHAIR'S STATEMENT OF THE FOURTHBALI DEMOCRACY FORUM Nusa Dua, Bali, 8-9 December 2011

CHAIR'S STATEMENTOF THE FOURTH BALI DEMOCRACY FORUM

Nusa Dua, Bali, 8-9 December 2011

I. OPENING

1. The Fourth Bali Democracy Forum (BDF IV) was held on 8 and 9 December 2011 in Bali, Indonesia. ThePresident of the Republic of Indonesia, H.E. Dr. Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, delivered the inauguralspeech and officially opened the BDF IV. During the Leaders’ Session, H.E. Sheikh Hasina, Prime Ministerof Bangladesh, served as Co-chair and His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei Darussalam;H.E. Mr. Mahinda Rajapaksa, President of the Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka; H.E. Sheikh Hamad BinJassim Bin Jabr Al-Thani, Prime Minister of the State of Qatar; H.E Mr. Xanana Gusmao, Prime Ministerof the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste; H.E. Mr. Sukhbaatar Batbold, Prime Minister of Mongolia;H.E. Mr. Jejomar Binay, Vice President of the Republic of the Philippines; and H.E. Mr. Bulent Arinc,Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Turkey, made statements.

2. The BDF IV was attended by representatives from 40 countries namely: Afghanistan, Australia,Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Brunei Darussalam, People’s Republic of China, Fiji, Georgia, India,Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Japan, Jordan, Republic of Korea, Kuwait, Lao PDR, Lebanon, Malaysia, Mongolia,Myanmar, New Zealand, Palau, Palestine, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, Qatar, Russia, SaudiArabia, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Turkey, United Arab Emirates,Uzbekistan, Vietnam and Yemen.

3. In addition, representatives of 42 countries from other regions, namely: Austria, Algeria, Belgium,Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Colombia, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark,Ecuador, Egypt, Ethiopia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Kenya, Libya, Mexico,Morocco, Namibia, the Netherlands, Nigeria, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Somalia,Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tunisia, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, Ukraine andVenezuela, as well as representatives of the ASEAN Secretariat, the Delegation of the European Unionin Jakarta, the ICRC, UNDP Asia-Pacific, UNDP Indonesia and World Bank Indonesia, were also presentas observers.

4. H.E. Dr. R.M. Marty M. Natalegawa, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia reported onthe preparations for the BDF IV and also on the progress of the Forum since the BDF III, including theactivities of the Institute for Peace and Democracy (IPD). He explained the rationale for the theme ofthe BDF IV, “Enhancing Democratic Participation in a Changing World: Responding to the DemocraticVoices”. He also commented on sub-themes to be discussed during the Interactive Sessions, namely“The Ability of State to Respond to the Voices of Democracy” and “Ensuring Democratic Space for CivilSociety Participation”. He said that the BDF had developed into a consistent, substantial and strategicplatform for partnership in the promotion of democracy and political development in Asia in the face offormidable global challenges. He also stressed that the Forum had been consolidated as part of thedemocratic architecture in the Asia-Pacific region and had gained a strong foothold and widerecognition. Its contributions to the promotion of democracy had not been limited to the region butextended well beyond it.

5. Minister Natalegawa reported that through its implementing agency, the Institute for Peace and


Democracy (IPD), the BDF had organized and contributed to various regional and internationalactivities, including Election Visit Programs in Japan and Thailand and a series of workshops incooperation with stakeholders in Egypt on nurturing and consolidating democracy.

6. In his opening statement, President Yudhoyono focused on what could be expected of democracy. Hesaid that democracy must bring greater freedom, peace, moderation, progress and equality. However,he also acknowledged that democracy all over the world is not without challenges.

7. President Yudhoyono emphasized the growing significance of the BDF in the light of momentousdemocratic developments unfolding in Myanmar, North Africa, and the Middle East. He referred toIndonesia’s own experience, in which success had to be built, earned and improvised every step of theway.

8. President Yudhoyono acknowledged that the 21st century had been marked by the phenomenal growthof social media, which meant that the views and aspirations of citizens had become more potent thanthey had ever been.

9. The President stressed that democracy must include efforts to systematically provide built-inprotection of human rights that must be coupled with tolerance and rule of law. Furthermore, he said,as people demand more political space and greater participation in the determination of their future,effective governance needs the support of civil society.

10. In the face of the challenges and difficulties in developing and sustaining democracy and its values,the President called upon all participants to always keep strong faith in democracy and to relentlesslynurture it.

11. The Prime Minister of Bangladesh, as Co-chair, related the history of democracy of Bangladesh,stressing that it was reinstated by a free and fair nationwide election on 29 December 2008. Sheacknowledged that globalization, driven by the will of the majority in all parts of the world, released theforces of democracy and freedom. She also expressed the view that democracy and freedom couldempower people, ensure progress and development, and establish an impartial system of justice. Sheemphasized that true democracy would be the best means of establishing an equitable society, as itrequired the undivided and committed attention of national Leaders. The Prime Minister commended theBDF as the emerging regional platform for the sharing, discussion and exchange of views on theexperiences of societies in democracy and development. She also pointed out the importance ofenhancing democratic strength and participation at all levels, thereby ensuring a safer world for thefuture generations.

II. LEADERS' SESSION AND GENERAL DEBATE

12. In his remarks, His Majesty the Sultan of Brunei Darussalam stated that since ASEAN was establishedby its founding foreign ministers in 1967, it had given due emphasis to democratic participation. He saidthat in the face of the challenges of food security, energy security, climate change, epidemics as wellas regional security threats, ASEAN needed to further develop its skills and confidence in facing thesechallenges. The Sultan further emphasized the urgent need to translate the vision of a regionalcommunity into a reality that protects the people and fulfils their hopes and dreams.

13. The President of the Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, H.E. Mr. Mahinda Rajapaksa, underlined the needfor continuously ensuring that the practice of democracy is responsive to the priorities and aspirationsof the people, so as to maintain the people’s confidence in democracy. Hence, it was important thatthe mechanism of government was at work at the grassroots level so that it could address issues thathad direct impact on the people’s lives. The President also emphasized that democracy should berooted to the people’s culture and values and that education is the key to social development.

14. In his remarks, H.E. Sheikh Hamad Bin Jassim Bin Jabr Al-Thani, Prime Minister of the State of Qatar,commented extensively on current developments in the Arab region. He said these developmentsreflected the need to promote democratic participation, which would require comprehensive politicalreform. The Prime Minister further emphasized the need to develop human knowledge of how toenhance the people’s political participation. He acknowledged that to achieve successful coexistenceamong various Arab ethnic groups, religions, sects and parties, his region needed to learn from theAsian experience of democratization and reform.

15. The Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, H.E Mr. Kay Rala Xanana Gusmao statedthat although democratic values are universal, the development of such values should be initiated fromwithin any given society rather than from outside. Strategic cooperation is therefore needed to supportsuch a positive development, he said. He also cited challenges in developing countries, which includethe need to enhance public understanding of the rights and responsibilities of citizens as well as of thestate-building process. He emphasized that fighting poverty, hunger, disease and ignorance is a way ofpromoting democracy. The Prime Minister also informed the Forum about his country’s efforts at leading


the ‘g7+’, which promotes “Peace Building” and “State Building”.

16. In his remarks, H.E. Mr. Sukhbaatar Batbold, Prime Minister of Mongolia, explained Mongolia’s efforts asChairman of the Community of Democracies, which focused on education for democracy, regionalcooperation, civil society enhancement, and exchange of experiences. The Prime Minister expressedthe view that the people’s demands for justice must be met with understanding and willingness todialogue. He acknowledged that the BDF is an important event that brings together nations thatrespect and nurture democratic values and human rights. He related Mongolia’s experience in thepromotion of democracy, which included the strengthening of civil society as an important partner ofgovernment in the policy making process and legislation and regulations that enhance citizens’ accessto information and policy documents. In line with Mongolia’s focus on cooperation and coordinationwithin the region in the promotion of democracy and democratic values, the Prime Minister expressedhigh commitment to encouraging policies aimed at openness and democratic transformation.

17. The Vice President of the Republic of the Philippines, H.E. Mr. Jejomar Binay, stressed that democracyoffers virtually unlimited possibilities and ample room to address seemingly intractable global problems.He further pointed out that by definition, democracy is a complex of rules concerned with themechanism of elections, the maintenance or change of government, and the political conduct of thestate. However, the democratic narrative must not speak to our political beliefs and practices alone; itmust speak to the wholeness of our being to confirm the validity of democratic existence. The VicePresident also expressed the views that the strongest structures of democracy offer to the people atthe grassroots the fullest opportunity to preside over their own destinies. He underlined the need toincrease and sustain investment in education so as to propagate the ideals and values of democracy allover the world.

18. In his remarks, H.E. Mr. Bulent Arinc, Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Turkey, stated thatdemocracy should not be regarded as a mere exercise in voting. He stressed that democracy is a setof institutions that covers a wide spectrum ranging from education to human rights, from rule of law tofreedom of expression and of the press. He expressed the view that efforts to build a living democraticsystem could only be possible if it were inclusive. Furthermore, he emphasized that democratization is acontinuous process that should be constantly maintained. Hence, in this era of rapid global changes,countries must act on the basis of clear vision and strong principles. The Deputy Prime Ministerhighlighted his country’s guiding principles, which reflect the essential conditions of democracy,including the values of pluralism, equality, and inclusive participation.

19. During the General Debate, the meeting was co-chaired by H.E. Dr. R.M. Marty M. Natalegawa, Ministerfor Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, and H.E. Dr. (Mrs.) Dipu Moni, Minister for ForeignAffairs of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh.

20. The Leaders, Ministers and Heads of Delegation agreed that democracy could survive and flourishwhere it is based on the rule of law and good governance and the media enjoy freedom and civilsociety is empowered and have access to information. They cited free and responsible media as animportant factor in the achievement of sustainable democracy and public accountability.

21. Considering that civil society represents the diverse voices of the people, the Leaders, Ministers andHeads of Delegation acknowledged the growing importance of encouraging and empowering civil societyin the face of current global developments. Enhancing the democratic environment, they said, would beconducive to the work of civil society and would encourage their participation in the policy-makingprocess. They maintained that citizens’ active participation in the decision-making processes as well asopenness and transparency on the part of the authorities are pre-requisites of a functioningdemocracy that is able to deliver good governance to the people.

22. The Leaders, Ministers and Heads of Delegation accepted that since the growth of democracy in theregion stemmed from local and traditional wisdom, values and practices, no single model of democracywould fit all societies. Democracy must grow from its own grassroots through a gradual and incrementalprocess that enhances the political system. But while a democratic system should not be imposed fromoutside, it must remain in harmony with the universal values of democracy. It must be understood thatcopying the way others underwent the democratization process might not always lead to theacceptance of democracy itself.

23. The Leaders, Ministers and Heads of Delegation acknowledged the importance of protecting pluralismand diversity if democracy is to grow in strength. They stressed that the approach towards democracyshould vary according to the political, economic and social backgrounds of the countries in which it iscultivated. However, in spite of the variations in approaches, they are all firmly committed to thepromotion of democratic values and principles, and united in their determination to share best practicesand experiences in the process of fostering democracy.

24. The Leaders, Ministers and Heads of Delegation maintained that respect for diversity and co-existenceof different norms, beliefs and cultures constitute the strength of democracy. For democracy to work,they said, it is imperative that democracy recognize the need to carefully manage the diversity of


ethnicity, culture and identity and to strike a balance between tradition and modernisation.

25. The Leaders, Ministers and Heads of Delegation stated that democracy could be sustained only if therewere an environment conducive to its development. They pointed out that some countries hadmanaged to deepen their democracy through, among others, a peaceful change of government by wayof democratic elections. However, it was stressed that regular elections do not constitute the onlyfactor in the achievement of democracy. Other significant factors include good governance, respectfor human rights and rule of law. No democratic society matures overnight, as this can only beachieved through a process involving a series of approaches, dialogue and careful planning.

26. The Leaders, Ministers and Heads of Delegation reiterated that democracy should not merely representthe will of the majority. It should be complemented by measures to build consensus, so that it wouldbe inclusive, responsive to the people’s aspirations and regarded by the people with a feeling ofownership. For this to be possible, democracy should be nurtured in an environment of transparency,respect for human rights and rule of law.

27. The Leaders, Ministers and Heads of Delegation asserted that efforts to encourage democraticparticipation are not without challenges. Hence, it is essential, they said, that these challenges bemanaged in an open and democratic manner.

28. The Leaders, Ministers and Heads of Delegation pointed out that a strong and beneficial democracyenables a nation to overcome the problems and challenges of the time. Democracy, they stressed, notonly reduces poverty, economic deprivation and marginalization, it also opens up opportunities foreconomic, social and political development.

III. INTERACTIVE SESSIONS

Interactive Session I: “The Ability of State to Respond to the Voice of Democracy”

29. The Interactive Session I was chaired by H.E. Dr. N. Hassan Wirajuda, the Patron of the Institute forPeace and Democracy (IPD). The Hon. Ano Pala, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Immigration, as SpecialEnvoy of the Government of Papua New Guinea at the 4th Bali Democracy Forum, and Hon. Dr.Jonathan Coleman, Minister of Immigration of New Zealand, served as the panellists.

30. In his introductory remarks, H.E. Dr. Wirajuda pointed out the challenges to building an accountablestate that is responsive to the voices of democracy. They include the need to improve the capacity ofstate agencies, to ensure respect for human rights and to redress social injustice, as well as tostrengthen the actualization of democracy in local communities. As democracy is a continuous work inprogress, it is imperative that states continuously reform and enhance democracy through free andregular elections in order to meet the people’s aspirations. Democracy and freedom, he added, must besupported by strong rule of law, a credible electoral process, responsive local government, competentpublic officers, pro-democracy military, education on democracy, a vibrant and strong civil society andcourageous and independent media.

31. Hon. Dr. Jonathan Coleman, Minister of Immigration of New Zealand, highlighted the rise of social mediaand the challenges that governments must contend with in responding to the public’s aspirations.There is, he said, a need for the state to adapt quickly in order to effectively meet public concernsand needs. States must find ways to respond to public criticism, and take follow up actionsaccordingly. In addition to that, states must be accessible to the citizens, more skilful in the use oftechnology, and continuously monitor and review the progress of democracy and its implementinginstitutions.

32. The Hon. Ano Pala, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Immigration, as Special Envoy of the Government ofPapua New Guinea, stressed the importance of education as the key to the implementation ofdemocracy. Just as important, he said, are free mass media, an independent judiciary and credibleelectoral system as well as an effective public service system. Public education on the importance ofthe constitution and the democratic system is indispensable to the efforts of a state to face thechallenges of cultural diversity and local values as well as the societal structure of remote ruralcommunities. To enhance the capability of society to overcome these challenges, he said, sufficientresources must be made available.

33. The session exchanged views and ideas on the importance of building democratic discipline. Theparticipants agreed that democratic society would mature only by accepting the results of elections,while strengthening the role of the opposition. They also suggested that the Institute of Peace andDemocracy formulate templates for election debates. In addition to that, the session also cited theexistence of flaws in democratic systems. For instance, governments without parliamentary supportwould find it difficult to deliver public services effectively.


34. The participants agreed that democracy is a dynamic process and that there is a need to rectify itsimperfections in the face of the current global situation, which is characterized by the widespread useof communication technology through which people can instantly and massively exchange information.They also reiterated that democracy needs to be promoted at the global level, which will requirefairness and strong political will.

35. During the session, the participants also expressed support for the growth of democracy on the Asiancontinent, as exemplified by the Arab Spring. The situation, they said, calls for a peace solution leadingto a more stable regional situation, since regional peace and stability are essential to the democraticprocess.

Interactive Session II: “Ensuring Democratic Space for Civil Society Participation”

36. The Interactive Session II was chaired by Prof. Dr. Dewi Fortuna Anwar, a member of the Board ofAdvisors of the IPD. H.E. Mr. Sven Alkalaj, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina, andthe Hon. Mr. Tim Fischer, Special Representative of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of theCommonwealth of Australia, served as panellists.

37. In her introductory remarks, Prof. Dr. Anwar stated that it is important to identify the concept of civilsociety, and how civil society could be more helpful to the government. However, civil societyorganizations must remain autonomous in setting up their respective agenda. They are not supposed toserve the interest of any donor. In the case of Indonesia, civil society organizations like theMuhammadiyah and the Nahdlatul Ulama have played a pivotal role in providing public services tosociety such as healthcare and education long before the formation of the Republic of Indonesia.

38. H.E. Mr. Sven Alkalaj, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina reminded the forum that therole of civil society is based on the Universal Declaration on Human Rights. Civil society, he said, shouldinitiate cooperation and dialogue that promote democracy. Therefore, the role of civil society indemocracy should develop beyond national borders, so as to increase their ability to cooperate.Examples of the involvement of civil society in democracy include events in the ‘Arab Spring’ and thereform of Myanmar. In the case of Bosnia Herzegovina, civil society emerged from the ashes of war bytaking a role in the elections and in the formulation of laws and regulations. He urged that civil societybe provided space to organize and to develop.

39. The Hon. Mr. Tim Fischer, Special Representative of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of theCommonwealth of Australia, stated that the current era is marked by a strong and vibrant role of civilsociety. And as such, it provides a channel for democratic participation. For background, he describedcivil society as a contested concept, which exists in the space between state and the market. It hasvarious forms such as Non-government Organizations, think tanks, media, churches, and religiousgroups. They are aimed at monitoring government and promoting democratic participation.

40. The session exchanged ideas on the urgent need for civil society organizations to cooperateprofessionally. The participants agreed that there is need for the consolidation of areas in which civilsociety is involved and therefore adequate space is required to support it. Further, civil society’s role inmonitoring and reviewing government policies helps keep the latter responsive and accountable to thevoice of the people. In certain cases, civil society plays an important constructive role in a peaceprocess of a country. It was suggested that states provide legal bases for ensuring the integrity ofcivil society. With legal bases, civil society will become more effective in helping state governance. Theparticipants concluded that it is pertinent to strengthen and enhance the capacity of civil society andmedia to play this role.

IV. FUTURE DIRECTIONS

41. The Forum welcomed the constructive proposals made by participants in priority areas of cooperationwithin the framework of the BDF, including workshops, seminars, election visits and election trainingprogrammes and policy-oriented research and studies concerning this year's theme, “EnhancingDemocratic Participation in a Changing World: Responding to the Democratic Voices”, both at nationaland regional levels.

42. The Forum encouraged cooperation between nations in the framework of public official forums andthrough linkages with civil society institutions and expert communities. Participating countries alsourged the involvement of the youth within the framework of BDF, including youth parliamentaryorganizations.

43. It was agreed that the Forum had made significant progress since its inauguration in 2008 and had builttrust and confidence among the participants. To seize this positive momentum, they discussed thepreparations for the holding of the BDF Summit in 2012. In this regard, the Government of Indonesiahad indicated that it would convene the Summit on 8-9 November 2012. In line with this idea, it was


suggested that the Forum develop concrete programs and cooperative undertakings that enhance andstrengthen the role of the IPD.

44. The Forum discussed the work programs of the IPD for 2012, which focus on cooperation to enhancethe ability of states to respond to the voice of democracy and ensure democratic space for civilsociety participation. The Forum also encouraged the IPD to continue to implement programs onsharing experiences and lessons learned on democracy in Egypt and other countries, while expeditingits own organizational and institutional development. Furthermore, the IPD was called upon to developprograms to foster women’s political participation and the role of the media in democracy. The Forumencouraged countries to support such programs and activities in coordination with the IPD.

45. Representatives from the Commonwealth of Australia proposed that the Institute for Peace andDemocracy (IPD) maintain democratic discourse in the region through the creation of a concept ofdebate on democracy, including a non-paper on the concept of election campaign debates and theirrole in engaging citizens and promoting accountability during election campaigns. The participantsrequested that the IPD, in consultation with the Co-chairs of the BDF IV, the Patrons and the Board ofAdvisors of the IPD, implement these proposals.

V. CLOSING

46. Participating countries expressed their appreciation of the BDF IV, as it provided opportunity forexchange of views and experiences as well as for identifying shortcomings and challenges that stateshave to overcome in responding to democratic voices in the midst of current global changes.

47. They cited the large attendance of countries as strong testimony to the region’s great interest inpromoting democratic values. It also reveals a high degree of comfort among countries in the regionwith the Forum process and their confidence in it.

48. The participants thanked the Government of the Republic of Indonesia for organizing this year’s Forumand for encouraging the cordial discussions that took place in the Forum. The participants alsoexpressed their gratitude to H.E. Dr. Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, President of the Republic ofIndonesia, and H.E. Sheikh Hasina, the Prime Minister of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, for co-chairing the Forum.

49. The Forum acknowledged the important contributions of H.E. Dr. N. Hassan Wirajuda and Prof. Dr. DewiFortuna Anwar, the Chairpersons of the interactive sessions. They thanked the panellists for theirvaluable insights.

50. The Forum also acknowledged the important contributions of participating states, regional/internationalorganizations and individuals to the Bali Democracy Forum as well as to the IPD.

51. The Forum acknowledged two events held on the sidelines of the BDF IV, namely the first BDFworkshop on “Enhancing the Role of Civil Society and Social Media in Democratic Participation” held inBali on 7 December 2011 and the Third Bali Media Forum: “Being Heard: The Role of Ethical Journalismand Media Support in Enhancing Democratic Participation in a Changing Information Environment” heldin Bali, on 8-10 December 2011. The two events discussed how the new information technology andsocial media have increased opportunities for the participation of civil society in promoting the valuesof democracy.

Bali, 9 December 2011

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Bali Democracy Forum IV, Demokrasi AdalahProses yang Tiada HabisnyaNovi Christiastuti Adiputri - detikNews

Nusa Dua Bali Democracy Forum (BDF) IV telah resmi ditutup oleh Menteri

Luar Negeri Indonesia, Marty Natalegawa. Forum diskusi antarpemerintah ini

menekankan demokrasi merupakan sebuah proses yang tiada habisnya dan harus selalu dibangun.

BDF IV digelar selama 2 hari, yakni pada 8-9 Desember di Nusantara Room. Bali International Convention

Center (BICC), Nusa Dua. Untuk tahun ini, BDF dihadiri oleh 40 negara peserta dan 42 negara peninjau.

Dalam setiap pembahasan yang dilakukan, para negara peserta yang hadir dipersilakan menyampaikan

pengalaman maupun pemikiran masing-masing soal demokrasi di negaranya. Dan dari pembahasan tersebut

disepakati sejumlah hal.

"Demokrasi adalah suatu proses yang tiada habisnya. Tidak akan pernah kita mampu mengatakan bahwa

upaya pembangunan demokrasi telah kita selesaikan," ujar Marty saat menutup BDF IV di Nusantara Room,

BICC, Nusa Dua, Jumat (9/12/2011).

Selain itu, para delegasi yang hadir menyepakati pembangunan demokrasi harus didasarkan pada

penegakan hukum, pemerintahan yang baik, kebebasan pers dan pemberdayaan masyarakat.

Menurut mereka, pembangunan demokrasi di setiap negara berbeda-beda, berdasarkan karakter dan nilai

masing-masing bangsa. Berdasarkan latar belakang politik, ekonomi dan sosial masing-masing negara.

Tidak ada satu model demokrasi yang berlaku bagi semua masyarakat.

"Komitmen terhadap prinsip-prinsip demokrasi adalah satu universal, bahwa kita semua memiliki komitmen

yang besar pada gagasan demokratis dan keinginan yang kuat untuk mengungkapkan bahwa ide demokrasi

sangat mungkin dibangun dalam kondisi kita masing-masing," terang Marty.

Para delegasi setuju bahwa demokrasi bukanlah merepresentasikan keinginan kelompok mayoritas,

melainkan lebih tepat dengan merespon aspirasi rakyat banyak. Menurut para delegasi, upaya pembangunan

partisipasi demokratis selalu memiliki tantangan. Yang harus dilakukan ialah menghadapi tantangan tersebut

dengan cara yang demokratis pula.

Para delegasi percaya, bahwa sebuah negara yang memiliki demokrasi kuat, niscaya akan mampu

mengatasi permasalahan dan tantangan zaman. Demokrasi tidak hanya mengurangi kemiskinan dan

kelemahan ekonomi, namun juga membuka kesempatan yang lebih luas akan perkembangan ekonomi,

sosial dan politik itu sendiri.

Digarisbawahi juga pentingnya dibangun disiplin demokratis. Dimana setiap delegasi menyetujui bahwa

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Bali Democracy Forum

08 December 2011

Speaking at the Bali Democracy Forum on 8 December 2011, Foreign Office Minister Jeremy Browne commentedthat the Forum came at 'a seminal time for democracy'.

Speaker: Jeremy Browne MP

I am delighted and honoured to be here today to represent the United Kingdom at the fourth Bali

Democracy Forum. I greatly appreciate the opportunity to address you all.

The range of participating countries and distinguished speakers here in Bali is a testament to the success

of this initiative. It would not have been possible without the visionary leadership shown by President

Yudhoyono, former Foreign Minister Wirajuda, and my friend and present Foreign Minister Natalegawa.

And it is fitting that the Forum continues to be hosted in the beautiful setting of Bali, where there is a

particular appreciation of the values of tolerance and diversity.

This year’s Forum comes at a seminal time for democracy. No-one sitting here a year ago could have predicted the eruption of

democratic voices across the Arab world, all calling for the realisation of their legitimate rights and dignity. Those gathered in protests in

Tunis, Bengazi, Cairo, and Homs did so for a multitude of reasons – corruption, lack of economic opportunity, police brutality, and

poverty and many more. However, their message was the same: give us democracy.

That is because democracy listens to all voices. It is because democracy empowers people to choose for themselves how they are

governed. It allows people to change their government without violence or fear of retribution. For this reason, the British government

staunchly believes that democratic freedoms and long term stability and success go hand in hand.

Democracies are stable and peaceful. They give people a non-violent means of changing the way that they are governed. Transitions

from one government to another are peaceful. It is also a remarkable observation that democracies have never gone to war against one

another. Security is one of the most basic needs, and one that is upheld by democracy more than by any other form of government.

Democracies make well-considered decisions. By allowing people to openly discuss their interests, ideas are tested and challenged

until only the strongest survive. As an elected politician, my ideas and the ideas of my party are constantly tested. And I have to answer

to the scrutiny of people in my constituency, journalists, officials, and other politicians. I welcome these challenges, listen to them, and, I

hope, improve my approach accordingly.

Democracies tend to be prosperous and spread wealth more evenly across their societies than autocracies. This is partly to do with

good decision-making. Additionally, the freedom of thought encouraged in democracies breeds innovative ideas and economic

opportunities. Those economic opportunities tend to be fairly distributed because no group in a democracy is marginalised.

Democracies best allow for individual freedom and dignity. They are founded on the fundamental principle of equality. One person, one

vote. Everyone has an equal voice and can lead their lives in whatever way they see fit – so long as they do not harm others.

So democracy is not simply about elections. Yes, elections are important in allowing the people to choose who governs them and they

are the signature of democracy. But they need to be held in an environment of transparency, respect for people’s rights and rule of law.

They are meaningless unless citizens are able to make an informed choice at the ballot box.

To ensure this, elections must be accompanied by other features:

In order to ensure that equality is realised – the most fundamental principle of democracy – people’s rights must be legally and

constitutionally guaranteed. As my Prime Minister told the Kuwaiti National Assembly: "Respect for human rights and dignity, including

freedom of expression and equality of women, are universal values that must underlie all political systems – there are no justified

exceptions." Without formally embedded guarantees, procedural democracy can descend into tyranny of the majority.

Freedoms – freedom of expression, freedom of belief, freedom of the press – are all vitally important for people to hold their government

to account. A strong civil society and a vibrant, independent media are essential for transparency. They help people to discern what the

government is doing, what the alternatives are, and what is in their own political interests. Furthermore, civil society, the media and the

internet are essential to challenge the performance of the government and to help different interest groups mobilise – as was shown

during the Arab Spring.

Strong institutions and rule of law are vital to underwriting the political process. They are key to ensuring that election results are not

disputed, that the state does not abuse its power, and that everyone’s rights and freedoms are upheld in practice.

Having said this, there is no one-size-fits-all model for democracies. Indeed every democracy is different and evolves through the

unique experiences of its people. Some democracies have a directly elected head of state, as is the case here in Indonesia; others

have constitutional monarchs and prime ministers, as we do in the United Kingdom. Some democracies are highly centralised like in

Japan, whereas others are federations of different states each with their own legislative body, as in Germany. The point is that in

supporting democracy, foreign governments have no business trying to impose a particular local model. As my Foreign Secretary has

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stated: "Each country has the right to develop in its own way and in accordance with its own culture and traditions."

But that is not to say that we in the international community cannot help and empower states to create the building blocks of democratic

societies. We can provide support for states’ own civil society organisations and reformers. We have seen in recent months, within this

region, the on-going struggle by those brave men and women who have worked tirelessly to advance personal freedoms, often in

conditions of great isolation, such as Aung San Suu Kyi. We have also seen in this period the start of a meaningful dialogue in that

country between government and opposition, which we welcome and hope will bear fruit. By providing political support for countless

brave men and women who push for democratic change in the face of adversity, like Suu Kyi, we are able to help states democratise in

an organic way.

Similarly, we must encourage free press, and uncensored access to the internet and social media. These help to hold governments to

account, and expand the marketplace of ideas, test old ones and propose new ones.

From outside, we can scrutinise governments’ respect for human rights. In this regard, the establishment of ASEAN’s Inter-governmental

Commission on Human Rights is to be applauded. We can also offer expertise in upholding these important vales. The Memorandum of

Understanding recently signed between the national human rights bodies of Indonesia and Timor-Leste, designed to foster more

practical co-operation and experience sharing, is an excellent example.

And for countries seeking to embed democracy, we can offer assistance in strengthening their institutions. Monitoring elections, with

which ASEAN has already been involved, helps to lend legitimacy to the results. Providing administrative assistance can help

democratic governments to implement their mandates.

Foreign Minister, in the past it has been asserted that democracy is a cultural phenomenon, unique to the West and many have asserted

that democracy was not possible in the Arab World. Over the course of this year, these assertions have been proved to be wrong. The

protests that spontaneously erupted across the Arab world have come entirely from within. They affirm that political freedom and

democratic government are the natural aspirations of all people everywhere. They remind all of us never to underestimate what can be

achieved. The fall of the Berlin Wall, in my own continent, which I watched live on television over twenty years ago was a formative

moment for me. The Arab Spring sits in the same Pantheon of events that have altered the course of history.

We are all here today because we believe in the importance of bolstering democracy. I hope that we can use this poignant time of

change to empower reformers to push for change that guarantees their rights, freedoms and dignity in ways that respect and fit with their

own cultures, experiences and desires.

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Bali Democracy ForumLast updated: 16/12/2011 // For the fourth executive year the Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono hosted theBali Democracy Forum 8-9 December, aiming at bringing countries together do discuss the possibilities and challenges ofdemocratic governance. Inspired by the Arab spring and the recent changes in Myanmar, this year’s theme was “EnhancingDemocratic Participation in a Changing World: Responding to Democratic Voices”. The interactive sessions during thesecond day of the forum were focused on two sub-themes: “The Ability of State to Respond to the Voices of Democracy” and“Ensuring Democratic Space for Civil Society Participation”.

As many as 82 countries participated, about half of them as observers, while eight countries were represented at Heads of

State/Government level. Norway was represented with an observer’s delegation from the Embassy in Jakarta, the 4th time

Norway participated in BDF. The President, in his opening speech, touched upon the expectations to democracy; freedom,

peace, moderation, progress and equality, while he also mentioned that democracy in addition to elections, includes

efforts in protecting human rights and, tolerance and rule of law. This year’s co-chair was Bangladesh, and Prime Minister

Sheikh Hasina delivered in her opening remarks both her personal experiences and her country’s national history in the

quest for freedom and democratic governance.

Norway also works closely with BDF’s Institute for Peace and Democracy and has been supporting some of their program

activities in Bali. The Institute is situated at Udyana University Campus where a new building for this purpose is under

construction. The Norwegian Gateway College at Bali is also cooperating with the Institute for Peace and Democracy.

Parallel to the Bali Democracy Forum was Bali Media Forum, supported by the National Press Council of Indonesia and the

Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the third year. This year’s title responded well to the theme of the BDF, discussing

topics under the title “ Being Heard: The Role of Ethical Journalism and Media Support in Enhancing Democratic

Participation in a Changing Information Environment”. Ambassador Homme’s opening remarks can be viewed below. The

Media Forum is one of the results of the previous Global Intermediadialog initiated by Indonesia and Norway.

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