#Bilateral Relations
Indonesia-Singapore sign 19 agreements in landmark leaders’ retreat
Singapore and Indonesia have cemented a new era of bilateral relations by signing 19 major agreements across diverse sectors during a highly productive Leaders’ Retreat, marking President Prabowo Subianto’s first official state visit to Singapore since taking office.
President Prabowo to visit Russia at Putin’s invitation
President Prabowo Subianto is set to embark on a significant diplomatic mission to Russia following an official visit to Singapore, underscoring Indonesia’s increasing prominence on the global stage.
Indonesia’s defense industry and the significance of Indo Defense 2025
Indonesia’s defense industry is poised for significant growth, particularly with the highly anticipated Indo Defense Expo & Forum 2025 in June. The event − scheduled for June 11-14, 2025 − is set to serve as a pivotal platform for advancing the nation’s defense capabilities, fostering international cooperation, and enhancing the competitiveness of the domestic defense sector.
UI-Oecusse Ambeno Region sign MoI on gender equality, women's empowerment
The School of Strategic and Global Studies at University of Indonesia (UI) and the Region Administrasaun Especial Oecusse Ambeno of Timor-Leste (RAEOA-TL) have signed a Memorandum of Intention (MoI) to foster cooperation in gender equality, women's empowerment, and inclusive development initiatives.
Macron-Prabowo’s Borobudur visit affirms bilateral cultural partnership
French President Emmanuel Macron affirmed his country’s commitment to a strong and respectful cultural partnership with Indonesia during his visit to Borobudur Temple alongside Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Thursday, May 29, 2025.
Macron’s visit yields 21 strategic Indonesia-France agreements
French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Indonesia marked a historic milestone in bilateral relations, with the signing, showcasing, and announcement of 21 strategic agreements across various sectors.
Indonesia-France committed to strengthened partnership through 2050
French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Indonesia has resulted in a renewed commitment to deepen bilateral ties, as he and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto agreed on a long-term strategic vision extending to 2050.
Prabowo calls for stronger, more adaptive ASEAN amid global shifts
President Prabowo Subianto delivered his first address at the ASEAN Summit as head of state, calling for a more adaptive and outcome-oriented ASEAN to respond to rapid geopolitical changes and great power rivalries.
Sugiono calls for strengthened ASEAN cooperation against transnational crime
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono called for a strengthened collective ASEAN response to the growing threat of transnational crime in the region in his address at the 29th ASEAN Political-Security Community (APSC) Council Meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Sunday, May 25, 2025.
FM Sugiono discusses economy, defense, energy with British Ambassador
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono received a courtesy call from the British Ambassador to Indonesia, Dominic Jermey, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Jakarta today, May 8, 2025.
RI-China hold first 2+2 Dialog on strengthened bilateral, regional cooperations
In a historic move to enhance bilateral relations, Indonesia and China held their first-ever 2+2 Dialog in Beijin on Monday, April 21, 2025, involving foreign and defense ministers of both nations.
Malaysia to lead ASEAN talks on unified response to Trump's tariffs policy
Malaysia as this year’s ASEAN Chair plans to hold a meeting with ASEAN member countries, aiming to reach an agreement on the reciprocity against tariffs policy announced by U.S. President Donald J. Trump.