(VOVworld) – US President Barack Obama has conveyed his congratulations to Indonesian President-elect Joko Widodo, hoping to strengthen ties with the new Indonesian government.

US President Barack Obama (C, front) with First Lady Michelle Obama met with Indonesian officials upon arrival in Jakarta in 2010. (Photo: CNN)

Obama told Widodo on a Thursday telephone call that the US supports the July 9 election result, which recognized Widodo’s victory with 6 per cent of the votes ahead his runner-up. Obama praised Indonesia’s role in the region and affirmed the US rebalance in Asia-Pacific. He also spoke highly of the US-Indonesian comprehensive partnership and hoped for a prompt meeting with Widodo on improving the bilateral ties and fulfilling common targets.