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New Delhi: Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrived in India on Thursday, January 23, 2025, to participate in the 76th Republic Day celebrations as the chief guest. His visit marks a significant milestone in the diplomatic relations between India and Indonesia, reflecting the deep-rooted historical, cultural, and strategic ties between the two nations.
As part of his official visit, President Prabowo will be hosted at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on January 25, where he will engage in high-level bilateral discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Both leaders will lead their respective delegations in an official-level dialogue to explore opportunities for enhanced cooperation in trade, defense, maritime security, and regional stability.
The invitation extended to President Prabowo as the chief guest for India’s Republic Day Parade highlights Indonesia’s strategic significance in the Indo-Pacific region. This visit is expected to bolster defense partnerships, given Indonesia’s growing interest in military collaboration with India, including joint maritime exercises, defense equipment procurement, and technology transfer.
In addition to his scheduled meetings, President Prabowo is likely to attend several cultural and diplomatic events in New Delhi ahead of the Republic Day parade on January 26. His presence at the grand event will showcase India’s commitment to strengthening relations with Southeast Asian nations, in line with its Act East Policy.
This visit follows a series of high-level engagements between India and Indonesia, underscoring their shared vision for regional security, economic development, and sustainable growth. Experts anticipate that discussions between PM Modi and President Prabowo could lead to key agreements in areas such as infrastructure development, trade facilitation, and strategic cooperation in the Indian Ocean region.
The Republic Day Parade at Rajpath (Kartavya Path) on January 26 will be a spectacular event featuring India’s military prowess, cultural heritage, and technological advancements, with President Prabowo Subianto as the esteemed guest of honor.
His visit is expected to further cement India-Indonesia diplomatic ties, opening new avenues for collaboration in defense, trade, and people-to-people exchanges.
