JAKARTA - President Prabowo Subianto and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed that the relationship between the two countries entered the strongest phase with the signing of the Jakarta Security Treaty 2026 at the State Palace.
This agreement was emphasized as a joint commitment to contribute directly to peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
"Indonesia and Australia are destined to live side by side. We choose to build a relationship based on mutual trust and good faith," said Prabowo, Friday, February 6.
He emphasized the commitment to a free and active foreign policy as well as the principle of good neighborliness as the foundation of joint security cooperation.
Prabowo said this security treaty is one of the important pillars for regional stability.
"This agreement reflects the determination of both countries to maintain their respective national security and make a real contribution to Indo-Pacific peace and stability," he said.
Beyond the issue of security, Prabowo opened up the space for strategic economic cooperation. He invited Australia to build an agricultural joint venture to strengthen Indonesia's food security, as well as invest in the downstreaming of critical minerals - nickel, copper, bauxite, and gold.
Indonesia also encourages national companies to invest in Australia's critical mineral sector. The state investment fund, Danantara, is said to be ready to explore cross-sector co-investment.
In the field of education and labor, Prabowo asked for Australia's support to strengthen the training of teachers and teaching staff at new campuses and schools.
The President appreciated the support of the Australia Awards and the Garuda Scholarship, as well as proposing the expansion of mutual recognition agreements so that Indonesian professionals can contribute more widely in Australia.
Meanwhile, Albanese considered the signing of the treaty as a historic moment.
"This agreement marks that the Australia-Indonesia relationship is stronger than ever," he said.
He said the treaty expanded the defense cooperation that had been established since 1995, while announcing new initiatives: the placement of Indonesian officers in the ADF, the development of joint training facilities, and the expansion of military education exchanges.
The two countries also agreed to a Memorandum of Understanding between the Australian Government and Danantara to encourage two-way investment and joint economic resilience.
Albanese closed with optimism, that Indonesia and Australia will continue to work as neighbors - and friends - for a peaceful and stable region.
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