Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto Meets Russian President Putin in Moscow

Presidential Meeting in Moscow

• 💡 Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto to Moscow, expressing condolences for recent floods in Indonesia.
• 🤝 The leaders noted their previous meetings, including at events in China and Subianto's participation in the St. Petersburg Economic Forum.
• 💬 Subianto thanked Putin for the warm reception despite short notice, acknowledging the Russian President's busy schedule.

Strengthening Bilateral Relations

• 🗓️ This year marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Russia and Indonesia, which are developing progressively.
• 📈 Trade and economic ties showed significant growth, increasing by 17% in the first nine months of the current year.
• ⚙️ Intergovernmental commissions from both sides are actively working to foster cooperation.

Key Areas of Cooperation

• ⚡ Both nations see good prospects in the energy sector, including potential collaboration in nuclear generation.
• 🏭 There are many interesting projects in industrial cooperation and the agricultural sector, despite a current surplus favoring Indonesia in agriculture.
• 🛡️ Russia and Indonesia maintain reliable military-technical cooperation, with Indonesian specialists receiving training in Russian military universities.

Expanding International Engagement

• ✈️ Humanitarian ties are also on the rise, marked by increased tourism, direct flights, and simplified visa procedures.
• 🌍 Russia expressed pleasure that Indonesia has become a full member of BRICS.
• 🤝 Negotiations are underway for the creation of a free trade zone with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).

Future Diplomatic Initiatives

• 💬 Subianto highlighted productive dialogues with numerous Russian government and business delegations he hosted in Jakarta recently.
• 🇮🇩 The Indonesian President extended a heartfelt invitation for President Putin to visit Indonesia in 2026 or 2027.