Indonesian President Prabowo was the chief guest at India’s 75th Republic Day – a testament to growing strategic ties.

The potential US$450 million deal, alongside other defence collaborations, reflects Indonesia’s desire to diversify its partnerships and strengthen its maritime security.

The much-anticipated announcement about Indonesia’s purchase of the BrahMos missile from India did not happen.

On India-Indonesia trade ties, Anindya Bakrie, Chairman of Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry said, "Indonesia and India are here to stay in terms of having a good relationship...".

The CEO Forum held during the President's New Delhi visit produced several partnerships between Indonesian and Indian businesses across a variety of sectors, including pharmaceuticals and communications technology,

The meeting between Prime Minister Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto marks a pivotal moment in bolstering the strategic partnership between the two nations. As two of Asia’s largest democracies,

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto Djojohadikusumo was the chief guest at India’s Republic Day celebrations on January 26. He also met Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This is an opportunity for Asia’s two giant democracies to start working together to promote shared values on human rights.

This article is authored by Rajiv Bhatia, Distinguished Fellow, Gateway House and a former ambassador of India, New Delhi.

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s recent visit to India has been hailed as a resounding success, further strengthening the bonds of friendship between the two nations. Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita,

Indonesia and India signed a wide range of agreements on Saturday covering culture, health, maritime, security and digital sectors.

Last year, the central banks of India and Indonesia signed a memorandum of understanding on using local currencies for trade.

Indonesia strengthened its strategic partnership with India in the digital economy sector at the 3rd Indonesia-India CEOs Forum on January 25, 2026, in New