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

India is likely to invite Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto as the chief guest for the Republic Day parade in January 2025. If this materialises, it will be for the 4th time that an Indonesian leader will be the chief guest on the Republic Day of India.&nbsp;

Important to point out, that the first ever Republic Day in 1950 saw the then Indonesian President Sukarno being the chief guest.

In 2011, the then Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono was the chief guest, followed by Indonesian President Joko Widodo in 2018, who was the chief guest along with other ASEAN leaders.

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The development comes at a time when India is marking a decade of Act East Policy. This year also marks important anniversaries of the establishment of India’s diplomatic relations with several countries in the region – 75th with Indonesia, 75th with the Philippines, 60th with Singapore and 40th with Brunei.

In the first 100 days of his 3rd term, the Indian PM Narendra Modi received the prime ministers of Vietnam and Malaysia. PM Modi also visited Laos, Brunei and Singapore earlier this year. President of India Droupadi Murmu also travelled to Timor-Leste for the first-ever Head of State visit from India.

With Indonesia, India has strong economic, defence and cultural linkages. In fact, Indonesia and India are maritime neighbours with discussions between the two countries about enhancing connectivity between the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Aceh, particularly focusing on maritime routes.

India is likely to invite Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto as the chief guest for the Republic Day parade in January 2025. If this materialises, it will be for the 4th time that an Indonesian leader will be the chief guest on the Republic Day of India.

India is likely to invite Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto as the chief guest for the Republic Day parade in January 2025. If this materialises, it will be for the 4th time that an Indonesian leader will be the chief guest on the Republic Day of India. Important to point out, that the first ever Republic Day in 1950 saw the then Indonesian President Sukarno being the chief guest. In 2011, the then Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono was the chief guest, followed by Indonesian President Joko Widodo in 2018, who was the chief guest along with other ASEAN leaders. Also read: India summons Canadian diplomat over allegations against Amit Shah The development comes at a time when India is marking a decade of Act East Policy. This year also marks important anniversaries of the establishment of India’s diplomatic relations with several countries in the region – 75th with Indonesia, 75th with the Philippines, 60th with Singapore and 40th with Brunei. In the first 100 days of his 3rd term, the Indian PM Narendra Modi received the prime ministers of Vietnam and Malaysia. PM Modi also visited Laos, Brunei and Singapore earlier this year. President of India Droupadi Murmu also travelled to Timor-Leste for the first-ever Head of State visit from India. With Indonesia, India has strong economic, defence and cultural linkages. In fact, Indonesia and India are maritime neighbours with discussions between the two countries about enhancing connectivity between the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Aceh, particularly focusing on maritime routes.

India likely to invite Indonesian president as Republic Day chief guest

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

India likely to invite Indonesian president as Republic Day chief guest