New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a three-day official visit to Indonesia from July 6 to 8, marking his first bilateral visit to the Southeast Asian nation since 2023. The visit, undertaken at the invitation of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, is expected to strengthen cooperation in defence, maritime security, trade, food security, health, digital connectivity, and cultural ties.
Indonesia is the first stop of Modi’s three-nation tour, which also includes Australia and New Zealand. During his stay in Jakarta, the Prime Minister will hold delegation-level talks with President Prabowo, followed by the signing of several agreements aimed at expanding the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Defence cooperation is expected to dominate the discussions, with reports indicating that Indonesia is interested in acquiring India’s BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system. The two leaders are also expected to discuss maritime security, connectivity around the strategically important Strait of Malacca, supply chains, energy cooperation, and investments.
Prime Minister Modi is also scheduled to visit the historic Prambanan Temple in Yogyakarta, where India is expected to announce support for the restoration of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, highlighting the centuries-old cultural and civilizational links between India and Indonesia.
The visit comes as both countries seek to deepen cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region under India’s Act East Policy and reinforce strategic coordination as key members of the G20 and BRICS.
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