Modi and Prabowo hold talks to advance India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

New Delhi: Prime Minister Modi hailed what he called a “golden chapter” in India-Indonesia relations as he addressed the Indonesian parliament, which had Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and other top legislators in attendance.Prime Minister @narendramodi addresses joint press meet with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto.PM Modi says, "Our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, established in 2018, is now scaling new heights. We are taking important steps in every area: development, security,… pic.twitter.com/f84PQ9dS9w— All India Radio News (@airnewsalerts) July 7, 2026 Thanking the people and the government of Indonesia for their hospitality, the prime minister stated that both nations had worked to bring the concerns of the Global South to the world stage. “Be it Indonesia’s G20 Presidency in 2022 or India’s G20 Presidency in 2023, both sought to bring the priorities of the Global South to the centre of the global agenda,” he said. “In the coming times as well, India and Indonesia will continue working together in this direction.”#WATCH | Indonesia: At a community event in Jakarta, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "I express my heartfelt gratitude to President Prabowo for his words. Excellency, you are a true friend of India. Thank you for being here. I have been overwhelmed by the warmth and affection… pic.twitter.com/xhIAEm8brg— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2026 He saids both nations needed to work together in common multilateral forums such as ASEAN to address shared common concerns. “India doesn’t believe in expansionism but in prosperity. We believe in, together with all, development for all," said Modi. He stressed that that India and Indonesia work together through ASEAN. Indonesia is ASEAN's largest economy, and its role is essential in driving key decisions within the multilateral body.“India talks about freedom of navigation in the Indo-Pacific,” the prime minister said. “For this we have kept ASEAN at the centre, as can be seen by our Act East policy, which is also ASEAN-centric. The Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and ASEAN has made great strides, and it is very important that India and Indonesia continue to work together in this direction.”#WATCH | Jakarta, Indonesia | Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "...India is a staunch supporter of a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific. India advocates for freedom of navigation in the Indo-Pacific region. We have placed ASEAN at the centre of this approach; our 'Act East… pic.twitter.com/oslC0n0gYE— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2026 Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Modi and President Prabowo Subianto signed 20 outcome documents in the fields of defence, critical minerals, and agriculture, among other sectors. Officials said that India will invest in the manufacturing of steel, nickel, and rare earth permanent magnets in Indonesia, while Indonesia will be buying BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles from New Delhi in a deal that is estimated to be valued at $630 million.Indonesia becomes the third Southeast Asian nation following earlier export agreements with Vietnam and the Philippines. Both nations have also committed to the development of Sabang Port.Modi, who arrived in Indonesia on Monday, is on the first leg of a three-nation tour that includes Australia and New Zealand.

India pursues a path of development, not expansionism, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at the Indonesian parliament on Tuesday, amid growing concerns in South East Asia over China's expansionist behaviour in the Indo-Pacific region.Modi highlights Indo-Pacific visionIn his address to the lawmakers that included President Prabowo Subianto and top ministers, Modi called for further expansion of ties between the two nations and said the world will witness history in the making when 140 crore people of India and Indonesia's 29 crore citizens march together for shared prosperity."India is a strong advocate of a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific. India believes in freedom of navigation in the Indo-Pacific," the prime minister said."India is a nation that follows the path of development, not expansionism," he said against the backdrop of rising concerns in South East Asia over China's increasing military muscle-flexing in the South China Sea and beyond.Honoured to address the Indonesia Parliament. Do watch. https://t.co/zapE5i8onx— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 7, 2026 India-Indonesia ties and Bandung legacyIn his remarks, Modi touched upon the various facets of India-Indonesia ties since the 1950s, including how the two countries played a key role in the famous Bandung Conference of 1955, and said that "unlimited opportunities" are waiting for the two sides in many sectors.The 1955 Bandung Conference, hosted by Indonesia, brought together leaders from 29 Asian and African countries to promote world peace and advance cooperation among newly independent nations. It is widely regarded as laying the foundation for the Non-Aligned Movement during the Cold War."For India and Indonesia, the sea has never represented distance. It has always been a bridge between our nations and remains central to our shared future," Modi said in his address."When India and Indonesia stand together, they strengthen the world's faith that democracy creates opportunities, democracy builds trust, and democracy shapes the future," the prime minister said.PM Modi Arrives In Indonesia To Strengthen Act East Policy And Indo-Pacific VisionCooperation on security issuesModi said India, Indonesia and the Indian Ocean are names that reflect the deep ties that bind the two nations."The goodwill and trust that India and Indonesia share must create new opportunities for our citizens," he said.The prime minister also spoke about anti-terror cooperation between the two nations under the existing framework of a joint working group.India and Indonesia can strengthen peace-loving forces by expanding cooperation to counter cyber threat, terror funding and radicalisation, he said.Also Watch:Call for UN reforms and agreementsHighlighting the current geopolitical environment, the prime minister said India firmly believes that reform of the UN Security Council can no longer be delayed.Modi landed in Jakarta on Monday to a red-carpet welcome in the first leg of his three-nation tour -- which will also cover Australia and New Zealand -- to shore up trade and security cooperation under the framework of the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership of 2018.His address at the Indonesian parliament on Tuesday came hours after he held wide-ranging talks with President Subianto, with the two sides signing nearly a dozen agreements to expand cooperation in areas including defence, critical minerals, technology, food security, medicines and maritime security.

Jakarta: Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Tuesday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said, "I follow your career, and I copy many of your programs," attracting applause from those present. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on his official visit to Indonesia, was present when he made the statement."... I also want to admit to Your Excellency (PM Modi), I follow your career and I copy many of your programs. I don't mind admitting because if it succeeds for hundreds of millions of people with the same background as Indonesia, the same problems... India has achieved much progress. So I openly admit that I follow your career and I copy a lot of your programs. And it's proving to be successful for us. So thank you very much," he said during the banquet lunch hosted in honour of PM Modi.#WATCH | Jakarta, Indonesia: During the banquet lunch hosted in honour of PM Narendra Modi, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto says, "... I also want to admit to your excellency (PM Modi), I follow your career and I copy many of your programs. I don't mind admitting because… pic.twitter.com/k0DWeFPiKS— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2026 PM Modi was also conferred with Indonesia's highest honour, the 'Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia' medal. President Subianto presented the medal to PM Modi. PM receives Indonesia's highest honour"This morning, I have also been conferred with Indonesia's highest honour with immense affection. This honour belongs to the crores of Indians... it belongs to the sentiments of the people of Indonesia, to the historic and intimate ties between India and Indonesia," the Prime Minister's Office posted on X.आज सुबह, मुझे बहुत स्नेह के साथ इंडोनेशिया का सर्वोच्च सम्मान भी दिया गया है।ये सम्मान कोटि-कोटि भारतवासियों का है... इंडोनेशिया के लोगों की भावनाओं का है, भारत और इंडोनेशिया के ऐतिहासिक और आत्मीय संबंधों का है।मैं प्रेसिडेंट प्रबोवो जी, इंडोनेशिया की सरकार और यहां की जनता का…— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 7, 2026 PM Narendra Modi & President Prabowo Subianto To Hold Key Talks On India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership"I express my heartfelt gratitude to President Prabowo Ji, the Government of Indonesia, and the people here: PM @narendramodi," the post said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a ceremonial welcome in Indonesia, where he held talks with President Prabowo Subianto. The two sides announced deeper cooperation in defence, critical minerals, port development and election technology, while Indonesia conferred its highest honour on PM Modi.

Jakarta: In a key boost for the domestic defence industry, India and Indonesia on Tuesday signed an agreement for the supply of BrahMos missiles to the Indonesian military. Breaking: India, Indonesia sign MoU on Brahmos, Astra missile annouced. pic.twitter.com/0NJYMNR6ny— Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) July 7, 2026 Indonesia is also set to import India's indigenously developed Astra air-to-air missiles. The Astra, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), is a beyond-visual-range missile designed to track and destroy highly manoeuvrable enemy aircraft.India is also likely to provide Indonesia with additional batteries of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile.List of outcomes (20 in total) : State Visit of PM @narendramodi to Indonesia ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/8CwcAkY1Ly— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) July 7, 2026 The two countries also finalised a framework for maritime safety and security cooperation.The agreements were signed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Indonesia, the first leg of his three-nation tour.Jakarta, Indonesia: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto witness the exchange of key MoUs pic.twitter.com/u6in8J4Rx7— IANS (@ians_india) July 7, 2026 “The growing trust between our countries is strengthening our defence, security, and maritime cooperation. Today, we have reached an agreement to enhance defence exchanges, disaster management, and industrial cooperation,” said PM Modi.“With today's agreement, India's high-quality and affordable medicines will be even more easily accessible to the citizens of Indonesia. We will also contribute to the capacity building of doctors and healthcare workers in Indonesia,” the Prime Minister added.Jakarta, Indonesia: Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "Friends, for India and Indonesia, overcoming poverty and delivering the benefits of welfare schemes to our citizens is the top priority. We have shared solutions for our mid-day meal scheme and public distribution system… pic.twitter.com/c6HLON8ycA— IANS (@ians_india) July 7, 2026 India and Indonesia also inked agreement on minerals and technologies for steel supply chain, a move aimed at strengthening the critical mineral supply chain. India is also expected to support the development of Indonesia-specific Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), extending its poll technology expertise to the Southeast Asian nation.Meanwhile, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto conferred the country's highest honour, the 'Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia', upon PM Modi.#WATCH | Jakarta: Indonesia President Prabowo Subianto conferred the country's highest honour ’Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia’ medal of honour upon PM Narendra Modi The Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia “Medal of Honour’ is the highest honour in the… pic.twitter.com/7U6ZgbGxuz— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2026 #WATCH | Jakarta, Indonesia: PM Narendra Modi says, "... This morning, I was conferred Indonesia's highest honour with great affection and respect. This honour belongs to the crores of Indians; it reflects the sentiments of the people of Indonesia and the historic, deep-rooted… pic.twitter.com/5O45YgwabA— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2026 The 'Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia', instituted in 1959, is the highest civilian and military medal of honour conferred by the Southeast Asian nation, recognising extraordinary service. This marked another addition to the growing list of highest honours for PM Modi bestowed on him globally.(Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ's editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.)

Jakarta: Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a unprecedented ceremonial welcome in Jakarta on Tuesday as he officially began his visit to Indonesia, with a focus on strengthening bilateral ties. #WATCH | Jakarta, Indonesia: Prime Minister Narendra Modi recieves a ceremonial welcome in Jakarta. PM Modi will hold bilateral discussions with President Prabowo today. (Source: ANI/DD) pic.twitter.com/or5lz8wfLK— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2026 #WATCH | Jakarta, Indonesia: Prime Minister Narendra Modi recieves a ceremonial welcome in Jakarta. PM Modi will hold bilateral discussions with President Prabowo today. (Source: ANI/DD) pic.twitter.com/I4vccGkNRt— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2026 As the Prime Minister made his way to the Merdeka Palace (the Presidential Palace of Indonesia), he was greeted by cheerful schoolchildren lining the road, holding the national flags of both Indonesia and India.Thank you for the warm welcome at the Istana Merdeka! @prabowo pic.twitter.com/U6uLbk7aCr— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 7, 2026 Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto warmly welcomed him, and the two leaders shared a hug.#WATCH | Jakarta, Indonesia: Prime Minister Narendra Modi recieves ceremonial welcome in Jakarta. President Prabowo Subianto is also present. (Source: ANI/DD) pic.twitter.com/mDztpPlbys— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2026 #WATCH | Jakarta, Indonesia: Prime Minister Narendra Modi recieves a ceremonial welcome in Jakarta. President Prabowo Subianto is also present. (Source: ANI/DD) pic.twitter.com/A05jT0tooI— ANI (@ANI) July 7, 2026 This was followed by the national anthems of both countries.Later in the day, PM Modi is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with Indonesian President Subianto, with the two leaders expected to give fresh momentum to the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership across key sectors.PM Modi, who arrived in Jakarta on Monday afternoon as part of his three-nation tour of Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand, was received at the airport by Indonesian President Subianto in a rare diplomatic gesture.'Article 370 Abrogation Was The Most Fitting Tribute': PM Narendra Modi On Syama Prasad Mookerjee's 125th Birth Anniversary The Prime Minister said he was "touched" by President Subianto's gesture of personally receiving him at the airport and expressed confidence that their discussions would further strengthen bilateral ties."I'm touched by President Prabowo Subianto's gesture of welcoming me at the airport," PM Modi said on X. "In 2018, we elevated our relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, which has benefited our people. During this visit, President Prabowo Subianto and I will hold discussions aimed at adding even more momentum to this partnership across diverse sectors," he added.Landed in Jakarta. I’m touched by President Prabowo Subianto’s gesture of welcoming me at the airport. In 2018 we elevated our relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, which has benefitted our people. During this visit, President Prabowo Subianto and I will hold… pic.twitter.com/rG61TGGDdY— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 6, 2026 The leaders are expected to focus on expanding cooperation in defence and maritime partnerships, critical minerals, food security and the digital economy during their meeting on Tuesday. The talks are also likely to review progress made under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, which India and Indonesia elevated in May 2018.This marks PM Modi's fourth visit to Indonesia, but his first bilateral visit since the ties were elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.Apart from the bilateral talks, the two leaders will travel to Yogyakarta to visit the Prambanan Temple complex, Indonesia's largest Hindu temple complex and a UNESCO World Heritage site.Over the next few days, I will be attending various programmes in Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand. The aim of these meetings would be to boost economic and strategic cooperation with these valued developmental partners and ensure the youth of our nation get more…— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 6, 2026 "President Prabowo and I will also visit the Prambanan Temple complex in Yogyakarta. This visit will strengthen the cultural ties between our two nations even further. While in Indonesia, I am also very much looking forward to the opportunity to interact with the Indian community," PM Modi said.India's Ambassador to Indonesia Sandeep Chakravorty has also said that both leaders are expected to announce the commencement of restoration work at the temple complex during the visit.Prime Minister Modi met President Subianto last year when he visited New Delhi, where the two sides signed a wide range of agreements aimed at expanding cooperation across strategic and economic sectors.The Indonesia leg marks the first stop of PM Modi's three-nation tour, following which he will travel to Australia and New Zealand for high-level engagements.(Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ's editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.)