Jokowi says COVID shouldn't hinder Indonesia structural reforms

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Indonesian President Joko Widodo, wearing a traditional Baduy outfit, delivers his annual state of the nation speech at the parliament building in Jakarta on Monday. © AP

SHOTARO TANI, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Indonesian President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo vowed Monday to keep working to reform the nation, even as the COVID-19 pandemic continues the batter Southeast Asia's biggest economy.

Widodo's remarks came in his annual state of the nation speech to parliament to commemorate the 76th anniversary of Indonesia's independence. Like last year, only a select group was present in parliament to minimize the risk of infections.

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