JAKARTA - Indonesia officially launched a logo that marked the start of public communication of the Indonesian presidency in 2026-2027, as well as introducing a visual identity that will be used throughout the D-8 activities during the presidency.
Visually, the logo combines the symbols of the Nusantara compass and the guiding light (jyoti), which represent direction, hope, and strategic orientation. The eight star-shaped elements symbolize the eight D-8 member countries united in one complete configuration, reflecting the collective determination to strengthen economic integration, connectivity, and shared prosperity.
The launch of this logo is expected to increase the visibility of D-8 at the national and international levels, as well as strengthen public understanding of Indonesia's strategic role in the organization, the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in its statement, as quoted on Monday (26/1).
The theme of this presidency is "Navigating Global Shifts: Strengthening Equality, Solidarity and Cooperation for Shared Prosperity", reflecting Indonesia's commitment to lead the D-8 in facing global geopolitical and geoeconomic dynamics through strengthening cooperation and solidarity of the Global South.
"This theme was chosen to strengthen the South-South economic cooperation platform, in line with the Bandung Charter, and to consider the importance of solidarity and economic independence among developing countries," said Director General of Multilateral Cooperation of the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs Tri Tharyat at the "Ngobras Diplomacy, Indonesian Chairmanship in D-8: Strengthening Solidarity and Cooperation in the Global South" at the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs some time ago.
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In the context of global dynamics mentioned by Foreign Minister Sugiono in the 2026 Annual Press Statement, Indonesia emphasizes the need for diplomacy that is responsive to the increasingly complex and unpredictable changes in the world order. Indonesian diplomacy is built on the principles of resilience and the ability to face global pressures and uncertainties, including through inclusive economic and political cooperation in international forums such as the D-8.
This is in line with Indonesia's efforts to expand its strategic space among developing countries (Global South), strengthen solidarity, and make organizations such as the D-8 as a vehicle to fight for common interests in the face of interrelated global challenges.
This commitment reflects Indonesia's active position in strengthening multilateralism and cooperation among developing countries as a response to the fragmentation of the international system.
As the Chair of D-8 for the period 2026-2027, Indonesia will encourage cooperation that is oriented towards tangible and direct results, with emphasis on strengthening economic interactions between member countries, creating shared value, and increasing the involvement of the business community.
All the agenda of the Chairmanship is directed to produce concrete, sustainable, and tangible benefits for business actors and the public in D-8 member countries.
It is known that established on June 15, 1997, the current members of the D-8 include Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan and Turkey.
Indonesia's presidency priorities include; economic and trade integration, halal economic development, connectivity and digital transformation, blue economy and green transition, and D-8 organization reform.
The 12th D-8 Summit will be held in Jakarta on April 15, 2026. It will be preceded by a meeting of commissioners or high officials on April 12-13, as well as a meeting of foreign ministers on April 14. The upcoming summit is expected to produce a "Jakarta Declaration".
In addition, there will also be a special session on Palestine as a form of humanitarian commitment and solidarity. It is also hoped that the special session will be able to produce a "Joint Declaration".
It is also planned to hold a Business and Investment Forum held on April 14, 2026, as well as the D-8 Halal Expo on April 14-16, 2026.
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