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 and is a testament to real and strong cooperation. President Prabowo Subianto warmly welcomed Macron at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta, underscoring the significance of the visit.
During his stay, Macron highlighted the opportunity to enhance the strategic partnership between France and Indonesia, particularly in areas such as economy, technology, security, and culture. The diplomatic relations between the two countries, which have been maintained for 75 years, have seen considerable progress in the last decade. Macron commended Indonesia for its role in upholding regional stability in the Indo-Pacific region and praised the advancements in bilateral defense cooperation, renewable energy, transportation, and energy transition agenda.
Furthermore, Macron focused on cultural collaboration, with plans to sign a cultural agreement at the Borobudur Temple complex as a gesture of the growing friendship between Indonesia and France. The French President expressed gratitude to President Prabowo for the warm reception and expressed optimism for the ongoing joint efforts during his two-day official visit to Indonesia. This visit signifies a strong commitment to strengthening the bonds between the two nations.
