President Prabowo, PM Starmer to Strengthen Indonesia-UK Strategic Partnerships

President Prabowo has a meeting with British PM Keir Starmer in London, on Tuesday (01/20)

During his working visit to United Kingdom, President Prabowo Subianto had a bilateral meeting with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Tuesday (01/20). The meeting aimed to elevate bilateral ties and strategic partnerships between Indonesia and the UK.

PM Starmer welcomed President Prabowo at his office in London, followed by official photos, before proceeding to have a tête-à-tête in a warm atmosphere.

President Prabowo expressed his appreciation for the warm welcome during his visit. He noted that some productive meetings were concluded, including a meeting that discussed maritime partnership.

“I met CEO Babcock. We are pleased to proceed with the maritime partnership. I think this is very important and strategic for Indonesia. This is a vital part of our maritime economic development,” said the President.

In addition to maritime, the President also mentioned some of his following agendas—to have constructive discussions with the UK counterpart in other sectors. “Today, I will have other discussions with business leaders in the UK, also leaders from Russell Group universities,” said the President.

“I think this is very productive, and I appreciate our relationship very much, Prime Minister,” he continued.

Meanwhile, PM Starmer noted that President Prabowo’s visit reflects the rapid progress in relations between the two countries, particularly following the achievement of a strategic partnership. Regarding the maritime agreement, PM Starmer underscored that the agreement will benefit the UK, especially in job creation.

“Thank you also for the maritime agreement that we signed, albeit virtually at the G20. That is measured in many jobs which really matter in the United Kingdom,” said PM Starmer.

Following the meeting, President Prabowo and PM Starmer continued a bilateral meeting with delegates of each country, discussing concrete deliverables to implement agreements and strengthening bilateral corporations.

The meeting marked the high commitment of both Indonesia and the UK to long-term strategic partnerships based on mutual benefit, which contribute to economic growth and stability.  (BPMI of Presidential Secretariat) (RD/LW)