Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in Jakarta to discuss strengthening strategic cooperation between the two countries, described as major regional democracies. Multiple reports say the leaders plan to sign several new agreements covering defense and other areas, as talks focus on broadening economic engagement alongside security cooperation. Bloomberg reports that up to eight agreements are expected across sectors including defense, health, education and technology. Bloomberg’s politics coverage similarly says the leaders are set to sign defense and other deals, framing the effort as aimed at deepening strategic ties. Channel NewsAsia adds that Indonesia and India announce plans related to defense cooperation, including a long-range missile deal, alongside commitments to expand trade and collaborate on critical minerals. The agreements are discussed as part of wider efforts to increase coordination in defense and investment-linked areas, with the talks centered on both security and economic areas. The reports present the meeting as a government-level push to strengthen bilateral relations through multiple signings during the visit.