French President Emmanuel Macron recently visited Indonesia to strengthen the partnership between the two countries. Macron emphasized that the friendship between Indonesia and France goes beyond symbolism, reflecting a genuine and robust collaboration. The visit included a warm welcome from President Prabowo Subianto at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta.
Macron expressed his gratitude for the reception and highlighted the potential to enhance the strategic partnership between France and Indonesia. He underscored the significance of cooperation across various sectors such as the economy, technology, security, and culture.
With a diplomatic relationship spanning 75 years, Indonesia and France have made considerable progress in the past decade. Macron acknowledged Indonesia’s role in upholding regional stability in the Indo-Pacific region and applauded advancements in bilateral defense cooperation, renewable energy, transportation, and the energy transition agenda.
Cultural exchange was a focal point during Macron’s visit, culminating in the signing of a cultural agreement at the Borobudur Temple complex as a symbolic gesture of the deepening friendship between the two nations. Macron conveyed his appreciation to President Prabowo for the gracious reception and expressed optimism for continued collaboration during his two-day official visit to Indonesia.
