Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in Jakarta after a ceremonial welcome, with defence, trade, critica…
1/10Palace Honours: Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a ceremonial welcome at the Istana Merdeka in Jakarta on Tuesday before holding delegation-level talks with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. The Prime Minister also signed the presidential guest book and thanked the Indonesian leadership, posting on X, “Thank you for the warm welcome at the Istana Merdeka!”
2/10Strategic Meeting: The meeting marked Modi’s first bilateral visit to Indonesia since the two countries elevated ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2018. It also followed President Prabowo’s state visit to India as the chief guest for the Republic Day celebrations in January 2025.
3/10Partnership Agenda: The Ministry of External Affairs said the visit represents another step in advancing the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the engagement would expand cooperation across priority sectors while reinforcing the trust, shared values and friendship between the two countries.
4/10Talks Focus: According to Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono, the leaders’ discussions covered defence and security, trade and investment, food and energy security, critical minerals and capacity building in health and education. Indonesia also expected several agreements and memorandums of understanding to be announced during the visit.
5/10Defence Plans: Indian government sources said Indonesia is expected to procure additional BrahMos cruise missile systems and Astra air-to-air missiles from India. Defence cooperation and maritime security remained among the key issues discussed as both countries seek closer strategic coordination in the Indo-Pacific.
6/10Critical Minerals: Government sources said India and Indonesia are expected to strengthen cooperation in critical minerals by investing in steel, nickel and rare earth permanent magnet manufacturing projects in Indonesia. Both countries are also expected to jointly develop Sabang port near the Strait of Malacca.
7/10Digital Cooperation: Another proposal under discussion is India’s support for developing Indonesia-specific electronic voting machines based on India’s election management experience. The two countries are also expected to expand digital cooperation, including projects inspired by India’s digital public infrastructure model.
8/10Regional Outlook: Ahead of the visit, Modi said the Indonesia leg of his tour would strengthen India’s Act East Policy, MAHASAGAR Vision and “our outlook towards a free and open Indo-Pacific.” MAHASAGAR, or Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security Across the Regions, is India’s vision for regional security and growth.
9/10Growing Ties: India and Indonesia have steadily expanded cooperation since upgrading ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2018. Both countries are members of the G20 and BRICS and continue to work together on regional connectivity, maritime cooperation and broader strategic issues.
10/10Tour Continues: Indonesia is the first stop of Modi’s three-nation tour. After concluding his engagements in Jakarta, the Prime Minister will travel to Australia and New Zealand for talks aimed at strengthening India’s partnerships across the Indo-Pacific region.