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Describing Indonesia-France relations as being “at their strongest point yet”, Prabowo said the two countries shared similar views on a range of global and regional issues, while praising Macron’s leadership on the international stage.
France's President Emmanuel Macron and Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto shake hands at the end of a joint press statement at The Elysee Presidential Palace in Paris, France May 28, 2026. (Reuters via Pool/Ludovic Marin)
Indonesia has moved to deepen ties with France as President Prabowo Subianto’s latest visit to Paris concluded with plans to elevate bilateral relations through a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, which analysts say reflects Jakarta’s push to strengthen its defense capabilities as France expands its Indo-Pacific engagement. Ahead of their third bilateral meeting this year on Thursday, Prabowo and French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized their growing strategic alignment amid rising geopolitical tensions and shifting global dynamics, pledging to work together as middle powers in an increasingly polarized world.
Describing Indonesia-France relations as being “at their strongest point yet”, Prabowo said the two countries shared similar views on a range of global and regional issues, while praising Macron’s leadership on the international stage.
