#Bilateral Relations
Indonesia−U.S. launch 2025 Super Garuda Shield amid geopolitical tension
The joint military exercise Super Garuda Shield 2025 began in Jakarta on Monday, August 25, 2025, bringing together 6,500 personnel from Indonesia and 12 other participating and observing nations aimed at strengthening cooperation, interoperability, and shared commitment to peace and stability.
Top RI-Germany diplomats meet ahead of President Prabowo’s Berlin visit
Indonesia and Germany reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation as Foreign Minister Sugiono hosted German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul in Jakarta on Wednesday, August 20, 2025.
Prabowo seeks peaceful resolution in East Ambalat dispute with Malaysia
President Prabowo Subianto has opted for a peaceful settlement in response to Malaysia’s recent move to label the contested East Ambalat area as part of the Sulawesi Sea, emphasizing that both Indonesia and Malaysia are expected to find a constructive resolution to the ongoing territorial issue.
Indonesia’s first Rafale jet spotted in Bordeaux, a milestone in defense deal
The first Rafale B fighter jet for the Indonesian Air Force has been spotted at the Dassault Aviation manufacturing facility in Bordeaux, marking a significant milestone in the country's multi-billion-dollar defense procurement deal with France.
Indonesia at a crossroads: Navigating the declining dominance of the U.S., the rise of China
Indonesia's economic future is poised at a crucial crossroads amidst dynamic shift of global power, with waning influence of the Unites States and China’s rising as a dominant economic force.
RI-M’sia agree to strengthen ties on economy, security, and regional stability
The 13th Annual Consultation in Jakarta between Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has concluded with key agreements aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and regional cooperation.
RI-M’sia annual consultation meeting: Bolstering bilateral, regional cooperations
President Prabowo Subianto held the Annual Consultation Meeting with visiting Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, discussing urgent, critical issues involving both bilateral and Southeast Asia regional relations.
Danantara poised to ink $8 B deal with U.S. firm KBR for modular refineries
State-owned investment holding Danantara is reportedly preparing to sign a massive $8 billion engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract with U.S.-based engineering firm KBR Inc. to build 17 modular oil refineries across Indonesia, according to internal documents from the Coordinating Ministry for the Economy and sources with direct knowledge of the plan.
President Prabowo’s Paris visit reinforces Indonesia–France strategic partnership
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has concluded a state visit to France on July 13–15, 2025, at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron, underscoring the growing strategic partnership between the two countries.
Indonesia-EU reach agreement on landmark CEPA trade deal
The European Union and Indonesia have reached an agreement on the long-awaited Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a historic milestone in bilateral relations and paving the way for the deal’s finalization by September 2025.
Prabowo pushes for sped up cooperation in agriculture, energy, defense with Brazil
President Prabowo Subianto on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, emphasized the importance of accelerating concrete cooperation between Indonesia and Brazil, particularly in the fields of agriculture, clean energy, and defense.
ASEAN FMs emphasize unity, Myanmar crisis, regional security in KL Meeting
Foreign Ministers from ASEAN member states reconvened on July 9, 2025 at the ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Retreat (AMM Retreat) in Kuala Lumpur to discuss pressing regional issues, with a strong emphasis on unity, the protracted Myanmar crisis, and emerging security threats in Southeast Asia.