President Prabowo Welcomes Australian Deputy PM Richard Marles

President Prabowo Subianto receives the Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Richard Marles on Wednesday (03/11) at Kertanegara, Jakarta.

President Prabowo Subianto received the Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Richard Marles on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Kertanegara, Jakarta. Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya in his statement explained that the meeting served as a moment of reconnection between two old friends who now both hold strategic positions in their respective governments.

“President Prabowo Subianto welcomed his old friend, who is also the Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Richard Marles, on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Kertanegara,” said Teddy.

According to him, the meeting atmosphere was warm and friendly. Both leaders used the opportunity to chat casually while exchanging views on several important issues of mutual concern.

“The meeting took place warmly, showing the close personal relationship between the two leaders,” Teddy added.

In the meeting, President Prabowo and Richard Marles also discussed various strategic issues and regional dynamics relevant to both countries. Teddy stated that the casual dialogue reflected the close ties between Indonesia and Australia that have been long maintained.

“They chatted casually while exchanging views on important issues. This meeting was a symbol of the close relations and close cooperation between Indonesia and Australia,” said Teddy.

This meeting at Kertanegara also demonstrates that the strong personal relationship between President Prabowo and Richard Marles serves as an important foundation in strengthening the Indonesia-Australia strategic partnership, particularly in maintaining regional stability and expanding cooperation in various sectors. (BPMI) (EST/LW)