Beijing, Jakarta renew sister city ties

The cities of Jakarta and Beijing have committed to enhancing cooperation under their sister-city program in multiple fields, including culture and tourism, sports, waste treatment and transportation.

Newly appointed Jakarta Governor Basuki "Ahok" Tjahaja Purnama said after receiving Beijing Mayor Wang Anshun at City Hall on Thursday that he and his guest had extensive discussions to boost cooperation between the two cities.

"We talked about sports, transportation and culture, as well as business opportunities," he said.