Mr Ayub Dwi Pranata Junus is the Honorary Consul-General of the Republic of Latvia in Indonesia, appointed to represent the Republic of Latvia and safeguard its interests throughout the entire territory of the Republic of Indonesia, in accordance with the 1963 Vienna Convention on Consular Relations and applicable diplomatic and consular regulations.
Mr Junus has represented the Republic of Latvia in Indonesia since 2007, initially serving as Honorary Consul. In July 2018, he was appointed Honorary Consul-General, a position he continues to hold. Although based in Jakarta, his consular jurisdiction and representative mandate cover all regions of Indonesia. In this capacity, he performs symbolic, representational, and consular functions while actively contributing to supporting/ facilitating bilateral relations between Indonesia and Latvia.
In the absence of a resident Embassy of the Republic of Latvia in Indonesia, the Honorary Consulate General serves as the primary point of contact for bilateral engagement, coordination, and consular representation. In this capacity, Mr Junus plays a central role in supporting bilateral cooperation and in safeguarding the interests of the Republic of Latvia, Latvian nationals, and legal entities throughout Indonesia, in close coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia and relevant Indonesian authorities.
As Honorary Consul-General, Mr Junus plays an active role in promoting diplomatic engagement, economic cooperation, trade and investment opportunities, cultural exchange, and educational collaboration between the two countries. He also provides consular assistance and support to Latvian nationals across Indonesia and works closely with Indonesian government institutions, business communities, academic institutions, and international partners to advance mutual interests.
Professionally, Mr Junus is an Indonesian entrepreneur with a long-standing background in logistics, transportation, global mobility, and maritime services. In addition to managing his own business ventures, he serves as the local partner of the Bernhard Schulte Group in Indonesia, supporting the development and expansion of the Group’s maritime and related business activities in the country. His experience in international shipping, logistics, and cross-border workforce mobility provides valuable insight that complements his diplomatic responsibilities.
Mr Junus holds a Master of Science in International Shipping from the University of Plymouth (United Kingdom) and is a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (United Kingdom). He is currently conducting doctoral research at the Graduate School of Sustainable Development at the University of Indonesia, focusing on the global employability of Indonesian seafarers in the international maritime industry.
In recognition of his dedication and contributions to diplomatic service, Mr Junus has received several distinctions, including the Certificate of Merit from the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Latvia (2016), the Award of Merit from the World Federation of Consuls (FICAC, 2017), and the Certificate of Recognition from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia (2024).
In addition to his diplomatic and professional responsibilities, Mr Junus is actively engaged in community and cultural initiatives in Indonesia. He serves as Chairman of the Tou Minahasa Society and has long been involved in social and community development activities. He also contributes to faith-based and social service initiatives within the Protestant Church in Western Indonesia (GPIB), with a focus on community empowerment, social responsibility, and inclusive engagement. Through these roles, he promotes values of dialogue, cultural understanding, and social cohesion, which complement his diplomatic mission.
Through his diplomatic service, professional expertise, and community engagement, Mr Junus remains committed to fostering enduring cooperation, mutual understanding, and constructive partnership between the Republic of Latvia and the Republic of Indonesia.
Ayub Dwi Pranata Junus adalah Konsul Jenderal Kehormatan Republik Latvia di Indonesia, yang ditunjuk untuk mewakili Republik Latvia serta melindungi kepentingannya di seluruh wilayah Republik Indonesia, sesuai dengan Konvensi Wina Tahun 1963 tentang Hubungan Konsuler dan peraturan diplomatik serta konsuler yang berlaku.
Ayub Junus telah mewakili Republik Latvia di Indonesia sejak tahun 2007, yang pada awalnya menjabat sebagai Konsul Kehormatan. Pada Juli 2018, beliau diangkat sebagai Konsul Jenderal Kehormatan, dan hingga saat ini terus menjalankan jabatan tersebut. Meskipun berkedudukan di Jakarta, wilayah kerja dan mandat perwakilan konsulernya mencakup seluruh wilayah Indonesia. Dalam kapasitas ini, beliau menjalankan fungsi simbolik, representatif, dan konsuler, serta secara aktif berkontribusi dalam mendukung dan memperkuat hubungan antara Indonesia dan Latvia.
Dengan belum dibukanya Kedutaan Besar Republik Latvia yang berkedudukan tetap di Indonesia, Konsulat Jenderal Kehormatan berperan sebagai titik kontak utama untuk koordinasi, fasilitasi kerja sama bilateral, dan pelaksanaan fungsi konsuler. Dalam peran tersebut, Ayub Junus memegang peranan penting dalam mendukung kerja sama bilateral serta melindungi kepentingan Republik Latvia, warga negara Latvia, dan badan hukum Latvia di seluruh Indonesia, dengan koordinasi yang erat bersama Kementerian Luar Negeri Republik Latvia dan instansi terkait di Indonesia.
Sebagai Konsul Jenderal Kehormatan, Ayub Junus berperan aktif dalam mendorong keterlibatan diplomatik, kerja sama ekonomi, perdagangan dan investasi, pertukaran budaya, serta kolaborasi di bidang pendidikan antara kedua negara. Beliau juga memberikan bantuan dan dukungan konsuler kepada warga negara Latvia di seluruh Indonesia, serta bekerja sama dengan instansi pemerintah Indonesia, komunitas bisnis, institusi akademik, dan mitra internasional untuk memajukan kepentingan bersama.
Secara profesional, Ayub Junus merupakan seorang entrepreneur Indonesia dengan pengalaman panjang di bidang logistik, transportasi, mobilitas global, dan layanan maritim. Selain mengelola berbagai unit usaha miliknya sendiri, beliau juga bertindak sebagai mitra lokal Bernhard Schulte Group di Indonesia, yang mendukung pengembangan dan perluasan kegiatan bisnis maritim dan sektor terkait dari Grup tersebut di Indonesia. Pengalamannya dalam pelayaran internasional, logistik, serta mobilitas tenaga kerja lintas negara memberikan perspektif yang bernilai dalam pelaksanaan tugas diplomatik dan konsulernya.
Ayub Junus meraih gelar Master of Science di bidang International Shipping dari University of Plymouth (Inggris) dan merupakan Chartered Member dari Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (Inggris). Saat ini, beliau sedang menempuh penelitian doktoral di Graduate School of Sustainable Development, Universitas Indonesia, dengan fokus pada daya saing dan keterkerjaan global pelaut Indonesia dalam industri maritim internasional.
Sebagai pengakuan atas dedikasi dan kontribusinya dalam pelayanan diplomatik dan konsuler, Ayub Junus telah menerima sejumlah penghargaan, antara lain Certificate of Merit dari Menteri Luar Negeri Republik Latvia (2016), Award of Merit dari World Federation of Consuls (FICAC) (2017), serta Certificate of Recognition dari Kementerian Luar Negeri Republik Latvia (2024).
Di luar tanggung jawab diplomatik dan profesionalnya, Ayub Junus juga aktif terlibat dalam kegiatan komunitas dan kebudayaan di Indonesia. Beliau menjabat sebagai Ketua Perkumpulan Tou Minahasa dan telah lama terlibat dalam berbagai kegiatan pengembangan sosial dan masyarakat. Selain itu, beliau juga berkontribusi dalam kegiatan pelayanan sosial dan keagamaan di lingkungan Gereja Protestan di Indonesia bagian Barat (GPIB), dengan fokus pada pemberdayaan masyarakat, tanggung jawab sosial, dan keterlibatan yang inklusif. Melalui peran-peran tersebut, beliau mendorong nilai-nilai dialog, pemahaman lintas budaya, dan kohesi sosial, yang selaras dengan misi diplomatiknya.
Melalui pelayanan diplomatik, keahlian profesional, dan keterlibatan sosialnya, Ayub Junus terus berkomitmen untuk membangun kerja sama yang berkelanjutan, saling pengertian, dan kemitraan yang konstruktif antara Republik Latvia dan Republik Indonesia.
Honorary Consul-General of Latvia
AYUB D. P. JUNUS
