JAKARTA - Indonesia and Singapore have built a partnership with strategic trust, during the diplomatic relations that will turn 60 years old in 2027, said Foreign Minister Sugiono in a joint press statement with his counterpart from the Lion State Vivian Balakrishnan after a bilateral meeting, Tuesday.
The meeting held at the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Jakarta, is part of the preparation for the 'Leaders' Retreat Indonesia-Singapore 2026' and towards the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries in 2027.
"Over the past six decades, I think Indonesia and Singapore have built a very strong partnership characterized by strategic trust, mutual benefit and common goals," said Foreign Minister Sugiono, as quoted Tuesday (12/5).
"I like the abbreviation that I mentioned earlier, Rising 60, Republic of Indonesia Singapore 60," he said.
Citing President Prabowo Subianto's statement, the Indonesian Minister of Foreign Affairs said "we are destined to be neighbors, we cannot choose. Geographically we are located side by side and that requires greater partnership and collaboration between the two of us."
"Ahead of RISING 60, we want to re-energise the partnership, make it more relevant and have a real impact on the people of both countries," said Foreign Minister Sugiono.
In this bilateral meeting, the two foreign ministers reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in priority sectors, including energy transition, renewable energy development, and cross-border electricity interconnection.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said this initiative is expected to encourage energy efficiency while strengthening regional connectivity.
In the field of food security, the two countries encourage closer agri-business partnerships to strengthen the regional supply chain. Economic cooperation is also being expanded, including through the strengthening of Special Economic Zones (KEK) and the development of sustainable industrial areas.
In the context of the region, the two ministers emphasized the importance of maintaining ASEAN unity and centrality in the midst of increasingly complex geopolitical dynamics.
Global uncertainties, including pressure on strategic energy and trade routes, require ASEAN to remain solid and responsive. ASEAN must continue to be an anchor of stability, while ensuring that the region remains open, stable, and connected.
He said, this meeting reaffirmed Indonesia's and Singapore's commitment to deepening a strategic partnership that is adaptive, future-oriented, and contributes to regional stability and prosperity.
It is known that Singapore is the largest foreign investor for Indonesia (17.4 billion US dollars in 2025) and one of the main trading partners in ASEAN (32.86 billion US dollars).
In addition, the visit of Singaporean tourists which reached 1.52 million in 2025 also reflects the strong connectivity between the two countries.
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