After Meeting Putin, Prabowo Arrives in Paris Scheduled to Meet President Macron

JAKARTA - Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto continued his series of strategic diplomatic visits to Europe by departing for Paris, after undergoing an intensive bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin Palace.

Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya said Prabowo arrived in Paris on Monday, April 13 at around 23.50 local time, after traveling about 3.5 hours from Moscow.

According to Teddy, the five-hour meeting between Prabowo and Putin showed the seriousness of both countries in strengthening strategic partnerships, especially in the energy sector, mineral resources, and the development of national industries.

Upon arrival in Paris, President Prabowo is scheduled to continue his diplomatic agenda by holding a one-on-one meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace.

The meeting will focus on strengthening strategic cooperation between Indonesia and France, as well as being a momentum for Indonesia to convey its position regarding global dynamics.

"The President will also convey Indonesia's views in maintaining stability and promoting world peace," said Teddy.