President Prabowo Subianto and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba recently met at the Bogor Presidential Palace to reaffirm the strong ties and enduring friendship between Indonesia and Japan. The bilateral meeting highlighted the commitment of both nations to intensify relations and collaboration across various sectors, showcasing the deep-rooted partnership between the two countries.
President Prabowo’s Priorities and Invitations
During the meeting, President Prabowo emphasized some key priorities of his administration, such as achieving food and energy self-sufficiency, advancing industrialization, downstreaming processes, and eradicating hunger in Indonesia. He extended an invitation to the Japanese government to engage in Indonesia’s priority programs, particularly in the downstreaming of natural resources, welcoming Japanese industries to participate in various sectors.
PM Ishiba’s Reflections and Contributions
Prime Minister Ishiba reminisced about their previous meeting at the APEC Summit in Lima, Peru, and reflected on his visit to Indonesia 34 years ago. Impressed by Indonesia’s progress, he expressed his desire to contribute to and collaborate with Indonesia in the areas mentioned by President Prabowo. PM Ishiba highlighted the shared similarities between Indonesia and Japan, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a balanced approach in diplomatic policies for both nations.
Bilateral Meeting and Future Cooperation
The bilateral meeting between President Prabowo and PM Ishiba took place after a one-on-one discussion at the President’s office, underscoring the significance of the partnership between Indonesia and Japan. The leaders discussed strengthening military training cooperation and scheduled future meetings to further enhance collaboration between the two countries.
President Prabowo’s emphasis on Indonesia’s priorities and the warm welcome extended to PM Ishiba showcase the commitment to deepening the friendship and cooperation between Indonesia and Japan. The reflections and contributions of both leaders highlight the importance of maintaining strong diplomatic ties and working together to address shared challenges and opportunities. As Indonesia and Japan continue to strengthen their partnership, the future holds promising prospects for collaboration and mutual growth.