Appointment of Indonesia's President, HE Dr Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, as an honorary Companion of the Order of Australia (AC)
The Australian Government congratulates Indonesia's President, His Excellency Dr Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, on his appointment as an Honorary Companion of the Order of Australia (AC).
The citation for the appointment was: "For strengthening Australia-Indonesia relations, and promoting democracy and development in Indonesia".
President Yudhoyono is a true friend of Australia. Under his leadership, the relationship between our two nations has grown stronger.
President Yudhoyono has also been a champion of democracy and of economic development for the people of Indonesia.
The Governor-General, Her Excellency Ms Quentin Bryce AC, presented the award to the President in a ceremony at Government House.
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