Indonesia, KSA to Establish Supreme Coordination Council

President Prabowo Subianto gives a press statement at Jeddah, Thursday (07/03). (Photo by: BPMI of Presidential Secretariat)

In an effort to strengthen bilateral cooperation, the Indonesian Government and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia have agreed to establish a Supreme Coordination Council. The agreement was achieved after President Prabowo Subianto had a bilateral meeting with the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, at Al-Salam Palace in Jeddah, Wednesday (07/02).

“We agreed to enhance cooperation and form a Supreme Coordination Council between Saudi Arabia and Indonesia,” President Prabowo told the journalist in Jeddah, Thursday (07/03).

The Head of State underscored that the two countries are committed to advancing cooperation across multiple sectors. The strategic focus areas include trade, investment, digital economy, food security, defense and security, and flight connectivity.

“We are committed to improving cooperation in all fields,” he added.

President Prabowo went on to say that the two leaders discussed regional and global geopolitical issues during the meeting. He noted that Indonesia and Saudi Arabia share a common vision and strategic outlook.

“I am delighted (with the outcome of the meeting), and Alhamdulillah, it was productive. Inshallah, we will see a significant increase in cooperation between Indonesia and Saudi Arabia,” the President remarked. (BPMI of Presidential Secretariat) (GWH/MMB)