• Which particular aspect of Saudi Arabia you like the most?

Its consistency to preserve tradition and implement Shariah law.

• Can you tell us your favorite and oft-repeated Arabic word?

Insha’Allah.

• Which book is now on your bedside?

Rogue Lawyer, by John Grisham.

• What is your favorite holiday destination?

The United Arab Emirates, especially Abu Dhabi where i feel like second home.

• What is your dream country where you would like to be posted after leaving Saudi Arabia?

The United States of America.

• Which country’s people have you found most friendly?

Of course, Indonesia.

• How do you react to or deal with anger?

Cooling myself down by smoking a cigarette and ordering a cup of ice tea.

• What is your source of strength during tough times?

Family.

* What was your first impression about the Kingdom?

A quiet country.

• Which Saudi city fascinated you the most?

Al-Khobar.

• Your favorite Saudi dish?

Mixed grill and Beed Awsol.

• If you were given one option between Facebook and Twitter, what would you prefer?

Facebook.

• If you had not become a diplomat, what would have been your profession?

Big screen movie star.

• Is hiding the truth acceptable in diplomacy?

No. Just filtering information needed to be shared or not.

• How do you keep yourself fit?

By having good and enough rest.

• Your favorite restaurant?

Najd Village, Takhasussi, Riyadh.

• You are a fan of which football club?

Persib, the West Java Indonesia soccer club.

• Who is your favorite actor/actress?

Benicio Del Toro, he looks cool.