The Government of the Republic of Indonesia and the Government of the Slovak Republic (hereinafter referred to as the "Contracting Parties");

Bearing in mind the friendly and cooperative relations existing between the two countries and their peoples;

Intending to create and maintain favorable conditions for investments by nationals of one Contracting Party on the basis of sovereign, equality and mutual benefit; and 

Recognizing that the Agreement on the Promotion and Protection of such Investments will be conducive to the stimulation of investment activities in both countries;

Have agreed as follows: