The recent visit of French President Emmanuel Macron to Indonesia has shed light on the deep and meaningful partnership between the two countries. Macron emphasized that the friendship between Indonesia and France goes beyond symbolic gestures, showcasing a genuine and robust cooperation. President Prabowo Subianto warmly welcomed Macron at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta during his visit.
Macron highlighted the opportunity to strengthen the strategic partnership between France and Indonesia across various sectors such as the economy, technology, security, and culture. With 75 years of diplomatic relations between the two nations, significant progress has been achieved in the last decade. Macron acknowledged Indonesia’s crucial role in upholding regional stability in the Indo-Pacific region and commended the advancements in bilateral defense cooperation, renewable energy, transportation, and energy transition initiatives.
In addition to the economic and security collaboration, cultural exchange was a key focus for Macron during his visit. A cultural agreement is set to be signed at the Borobudur Temple complex, symbolizing the growing friendship between Indonesia and France. Macron expressed gratitude to President Prabowo for the warm reception and expressed optimism for the continued joint efforts between the two nations. This two-day official visit reaffirmed the strong bond and future potential for Indonesia and France to further enhance their partnership.
