"PM's visit is significant step in advancing India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership": MEA
Jakarta, July 7
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a grand ceremonial welcome at the Istana Merdeka, the Presidential Palace in Jakarta.
Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal said the visit marks a significant step in advancing the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
In a post on X, the MEA said, "Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a grand ceremonial welcome at the Istana Merdeka, the Presidential Palace in Jakarta. The visit marks a significant step in advancing the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, opening new avenues for cooperation across priority sectors while reinforcing the deep trust, shared values and enduring friendship that bind the two countries."
PM Modi's visit to Indonesia is expected to have big outcomes, sources told ANI.
In a big endorsement of India's election management model, India will support development of Indonesia specific EVMs. After the proven success of India's air to air missile power in Operation Sindoor, Indonesia has decided to import Indian Astra missiles, sources familiar with the matter revealed.
To strengthen critical mineral supply chain, India will invest in manufacturing of steel, nickel and rare earth permanent magnets in Indonesia. Indonesia is expanding its Brahmos inventory, India to support Indonesia with more batteries. India and Indonesia are set to jointly develop Sabang port which overlooks the Strait of Malacca, and is 100 miles away from India's Great Nicobar port project, as per the sources.
Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi signed the guestbook upon meeting Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto at Istana Merdeka (Presidential Palace).
Both leaders were seen shaking hands and exchanging cordial smiles.
PM Modi was accorded a grand ceremonial welcome upon his arrival in Jakarta, marking the commencement of his official state visit aimed at deepening bilateral ties and strengthening strategic cooperation between the two nations.
This official visit to Indonesia, running from July 6 to 8 at the personal invitation of President Prabowo, marks his fourth journey to the Southeast Asian country.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Love seeing India sharing its election management expertise with Indonesia. Our EVM system has proven itself time and again. And the missile deal is a huge confidence builder. But I hope we also focus on people-to-people ties and cultural exchanges, not just hard power.
The Sabang port development is brilliant strategically. Just 100 miles from Great Nicobar, and overlooking the Malacca Strait. This gives India a solid foothold in the region. Modi ji's foreign policy has truly elevated India's standing globally. Jai Hind! 🚢🌏
While I appreciate the defence and infrastructure deals, I hope the government also ensures these investments benefit common citizens. Steel and nickel mining can have environmental impacts. Need to balance development with sustainability. Still, overall a positive step forward.
Fantastic to see India becoming a defence exporter! Astra missiles and Brahmos batteries to Indonesia shows our 'Make in India' is finally paying off. And the EVM support is a soft power win too. Modi ji is doing great work in Southeast Asia! 🔥🇮🇳
As someone following Southeast Asian geopolitics, this partnership is a smart move. The Malacca Strait is critical for global trade, and Sabang port development gives both India and Indonesia strategic depth. The critical mineral supply chain cooperation is also very timely given global demand for rare earths.
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