President Prabowo, Premier Li Qiang Underscore Significance of Indonesia-China Partnership

President Prabowo Saturday (11/09) meets with Premier Li Qiang at the Great Hall of the People, Beijing, People’s Republic of China (PRC). (Photo by: BPMI of Presidential Secretariat/Muchlis Jr)

President Prabowo Subianto Saturday (11/9) held a bilateral meeting with Premier Li Qiang at the Great Hall of the People, Beijing, People’s Republic of China (PRC).

President Prabowo’s first state visit to China is a significant momentum towards strengthening the strategic relationship between Indonesia and China in various sectors.

In his remarks, President Prabowo expressed appreciation for the warm welcome from the Chinese Government. The President highlighted that the visit reflected not only diplomatic relations but also the deep friendship between the two countries.

“This shows the great friendship and the great respect that the People’s Republic of China holds towards Indonesia. And, I’d like to emphasize, once again, that we consider China to be a very important friend and important partner, not only for now but for the future,” President Prabowo said.

President Prabowo also underlined several business contracts between Chinese and Indonesian corporations to be signed shortly, amounting to more than US$10 billion in investment. These investments are expected to further strengthen collaboration between the two countries’ corporations and promote deeper engagement between our peoples.

“This shows close collaboration and also the increased participation and integration of Chinese corporations with Indonesian corporations,” the President said.

In addition to economic aspects, the President also addressed Indonesia’s interest to learn from China’s experience in alleviating poverty. According to the President, his administration will intensify efforts to alleviate poverty in the country.

“We are going to increase our effort to eradicate poverty and we’d like to learn more and more from your experience,” the President stated.

On education, the President stated that Indonesia wishes to send more students to higher education institutions in China. Through such a policy, he expressed hope to build an educated young generation capable of facing global challenges.

“We’d like to cooperate with your country on the issue of education,” he said.

This bilateral meeting marks an important milestone in the journey of Indonesia-China diplomatic relations, which will observe its 75th anniversary in 2025. Amid global challenges, this meeting reflects the commitment of both countries to continue strengthening cooperation and building a more prosperous future together. (BPMI of Presidential Secretariat/DNS) (FI/MUR)