The Indonesian embassy in Dhaka on Wednesday celebrated the 77th anniversary of the country’s independence amid festivities.  The day’s events began with a flag hoisting ceremony in the morning at the premises of the embassy, followed by a live broadcasting of the national Independence Day ceremony at Merdeka Palace from the capital Jakarta. A prayer was also held.

Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen expressed deep shock at the death of Siti Herwansyah, administrative officer of Indonesian Embassy in Dhaka.