Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his gratitude to Indonesia for the warm welcome extended to him upon his arrival in Jakarta. Sharing footage of the reception on X, formerly Twitter, the Prime Minister wrote: "Thank you for the warm welcome at the Istana Merdeka!"
He was accorded a grand ceremonial welcome at the Presidential Palace, known as Istana Merdeka. Randhir Jaiswal, the official spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), stated that the visit represents a significant step forward in advancing the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. In a statement published on X, the MEA noted that the visit opens up new avenues for cooperation across priority sectors whilst reinforcing the deep trust, shared values, and enduring friendship that bind the two nations together.
PM Modi held delegation-level talks with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in Jakarta to review the full spectrum of bilateral ties and provide fresh momentum to the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries. The two leaders also witnessed the exchange of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at enhancing cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
Sources have indicated that Modi's visit to Indonesia is expected to yield substantial outcomes. This is a big recognition of India’s electoral process by India as it would help design Indonesia specific electronic voting machines. Also, in view of the successful use of Indian air-to-air missile technology by India during “Operation Sindoor,” sources close to the development confirmed that Indonesia intends to purchase Astra missiles from India.
In order to boost their critical minerals supply chains, India has made plans to manufacture steel, nickel, and rare-earth magnets in Indonesia. Indonesia will also be increasing its stock of Brahmos supersonic cruise missiles, and for this purpose, India will also provide more missile batteries to aid the process. Furthermore, India and Indonesia are also looking forward to developing the Sabang port. Overlooking the strategic Strait of Malacca, this port sits just 100 miles away from India's own Great Nicobar port project.
Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Modi signed the official guestbook after meeting the Indonesian President, Prabowo Subianto, at Istana Merdeka, where both leaders were seen shaking hands and exchanging cordial smiles.
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