New Delhi: Food security, energy security, and health security will be the key focus points in the discussions for Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto during his India visit. President Subianto is the chief guest at India&rsquo;s Republic Day parade, an honour India extends to countries with which it has a close relationship. Diplomatic sources pointed out that Indonesia needs 160,000 doctors and nurses, and &ldquo;India has been the champion of the health sector&rdquo;. This matter also came up during PM Modi and President Subianto&rsquo;s meeting in November 2024.
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This is the fourth time an Indonesian President will be the chief guest at India&rsquo;s Republic Day after 2018, 2011, and 1950. An Indonesian military contingent will also march on the Kartavya Path in the Republic Day parade.&nbsp; Moreover, the 3rd CEO Forum will be held on the sidelines. Several MoUs are likely to be signed and announcements made during the state visit of the Indonesian President.
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Asked if the discussions will include any conversation on the Brahmos deal, diplomatic sources pointed out that conversation has continued and a key &ldquo;priority&rdquo; from the Indonesian side has been on the transfer of technology in such defence conversations. The deal, which has been in the works for some time, came up for conversation during Indian Navy chief Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi&rsquo;s visit to Indonesia last month.&nbsp;
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In a post, Indonesia&rsquo;s defence minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin said, &ldquo;Advanced technology collaboration, such as BrahMos, was also highlighted, presenting opportunities for Indonesia to learn and grow.&rdquo;
On plans for Andaman and Aceh connectivity, diplomatic sources pointed out that due to political developments in Aceh, a delay is seen, but one of the key features of the plan is direct air connectivity and port development. Aceh has enjoyed special autonomy since the 2005 peace agreement. Focus will also be on direct flight connectivity between Delhi and Jakarta, even though direct flights between Delhi and Mumbai to Bali, a key tourist destination in Indonesia, are already operating.
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World | India News: This is the fourth time an Indonesian President will be the chief guest at India’s Republic Day after 2018, 2011, and 1950. An Indonesian military contingent will also march on the Kartavya Path in the Republic Day parade.

New Delhi: Food security, energy security, and health security will be the key focus points in the discussions for Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto during his India visit. President Subianto is the chief guest at India’s Republic Day parade, an honour India extends to countries with which it has a close relationship. Diplomatic sources pointed out that Indonesia needs 160,000 doctors and nurses, and “India has been the champion of the health sector”. This matter also came up during PM Modi and President Subianto’s meeting in November 2024. Also read: Pakistani lawmakers demand 'apology' from Elon Musk before Starlink licence approval: Report This is the fourth time an Indonesian President will be the chief guest at India’s Republic Day after 2018, 2011, and 1950. An Indonesian military contingent will also march on the Kartavya Path in the Republic Day parade. Moreover, the 3rd CEO Forum will be held on the sidelines. Several MoUs are likely to be signed and announcements made during the state visit of the Indonesian President. Also read: 'Great friend of Israel': Netanyahu defends Elon Musk after his 'Nazi' salute Asked if the discussions will include any conversation on the Brahmos deal, diplomatic sources pointed out that conversation has continued and a key “priority” from the Indonesian side has been on the transfer of technology in such defence conversations. The deal, which has been in the works for some time, came up for conversation during Indian Navy chief Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi’s visit to Indonesia last month. Also read: Ukraine accuses Russian military of killing six captured troops In a post, Indonesia’s defence minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin said, “Advanced technology collaboration, such as BrahMos, was also highlighted, presenting opportunities for Indonesia to learn and grow.” On plans for Andaman and Aceh connectivity, diplomatic sources pointed out that due to political developments in Aceh, a delay is seen, but one of the key features of the plan is direct air connectivity and port development. Aceh has enjoyed special autonomy since the 2005 peace agreement. Focus will also be on direct flight connectivity between Delhi and Jakarta, even though direct flights between Delhi and Mumbai to Bali, a key tourist destination in Indonesia, are already operating. Also read: Gaza war truce in place, Air India to start Tel Aviv-Delhi flights from March 2

Food, energy and health security to be key focus areas during Indonesian President’s India visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit is all set to take India and Indonesia's relationship to a different level. Major announcements are expected to be made in the areas of infrastructure, defence collaboration and the Indo-Pacific region. 
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Sources said that both Prime Minister Modi and his counterpart believe that infrastructure needs to be overhauled to the benefit of the people. The convergence of views on the Indo-Pacific region will also remain central to the agenda.&nbsp;

"There are maritime and economic issues which concern both of us,” said Pradeep Rawat, India’s ambassador to Indonesia. Both Vietnam and Indonesia are affected by the Chinese assertion in the South China sea. 
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Speaking to the press he also said that issues related to economic development would also be part of the focus. Indian tourists have substantially grown in Indonesia in the past few years. Last year Indonesia witnessed 30 per cent growth of Indian tourists. 4,50,000 Indian tourists visited Indonesia last year and the third largest community to visit the island of Bali were Indians. The Indonesian government wants this number to grow to 7,50,000 per year. It has happened because tourism generates employment works as a growth driver for the economy. 
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To boost tourism, a direct flight from Mumbai to Bali was also started though there is still no direct Delhi-Jakarta flight. 
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India also wants to showcase the cultural connect with Indonesia. As part of the shared cultural heritage, Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation will sign an MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) with one of the kite museums in Indonesia. Apart from the official MoU, it will also be printed on a kite for symbolic purpose. 
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Indonesia has people of Indian origin from the Tamil Nadu and Sindhi community. Ramayana and Mahabharata finds expression in public discourse. In the heart of Jakarta is an Arjun Vijay Monument with Arjuna riding a chariot with Lord Krishna hurled by 20 horses representing themes from Hinduism like Krittikas and earth. Both India and Indonesia are strategic partners and this visit will deepen the engagement with both the countries. 
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For example India is a large importer of palm oil from Indonesia and in turn Indonesia provides a big market to Indian wheat, sugar and bovine meat. Today, Indonesia is the largest economy of South East Asia and remains the biggest trading partner from this region of India. 
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The prime minister will hold public events including a community interaction with people of Indian origin and NRIs in the evening of May 30. 
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Lastly, close cooperation related to terrorism will also remain on the agenda as radicalisation affects both the countries.

 
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Major announcements are expected to be made in the areas of infrastructure, defence collaboration and the Indo-Pacific region

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit is all set to take India and Indonesia's relationship to a different level. Major announcements are expected to be made in the areas of infrastructure, defence collaboration and the Indo-Pacific region. Sources said that both Prime Minister Modi and his counterpart believe that infrastructure needs to be overhauled to the benefit of the people. The convergence of views on the Indo-Pacific region will also remain central to the agenda. "There are maritime and economic issues which concern both of us,” said Pradeep Rawat, India’s ambassador to Indonesia. Both Vietnam and Indonesia are affected by the Chinese assertion in the South China sea. Speaking to the press he also said that issues related to economic development would also be part of the focus. Indian tourists have substantially grown in Indonesia in the past few years. Last year Indonesia witnessed 30 per cent growth of Indian tourists. 4,50,000 Indian tourists visited Indonesia last year and the third largest community to visit the island of Bali were Indians. The Indonesian government wants this number to grow to 7,50,000 per year. It has happened because tourism generates employment works as a growth driver for the economy. To boost tourism, a direct flight from Mumbai to Bali was also started though there is still no direct Delhi-Jakarta flight. India also wants to showcase the cultural connect with Indonesia. As part of the shared cultural heritage, Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation will sign an MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) with one of the kite museums in Indonesia. Apart from the official MoU, it will also be printed on a kite for symbolic purpose. Indonesia has people of Indian origin from the Tamil Nadu and Sindhi community. Ramayana and Mahabharata finds expression in public discourse. In the heart of Jakarta is an Arjun Vijay Monument with Arjuna riding a chariot with Lord Krishna hurled by 20 horses representing themes from Hinduism like Krittikas and earth. Both India and Indonesia are strategic partners and this visit will deepen the engagement with both the countries. For example India is a large importer of palm oil from Indonesia and in turn Indonesia provides a big market to Indian wheat, sugar and bovine meat. Today, Indonesia is the largest economy of South East Asia and remains the biggest trading partner from this region of India. The prime minister will hold public events including a community interaction with people of Indian origin and NRIs in the evening of May 30. Lastly, close cooperation related to terrorism will also remain on the agenda as radicalisation affects both the countries.

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Food, energy and health security to be key focus areas during Indonesian President’s India visit

PM Modi’s visit to Indonesia to deepen strategic, defence and business ties