India‑Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership – 2026 State Visit
From 6‑8 July 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Indonesia at the invitation of President Prabowo Subianto. The trip built on President Prabowo’s January 2025 visit to India and marked a new phase in the India‑Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Both leaders pledged regular summit meetings and strengthened existing mechanisms such as the Joint Commission Meeting (JCM) and Joint Working Group (JWG).
Key Developments (Bullet Summary)
- Formal exchange of several bilateral documents covering defence, maritime, trade, energy, health and space.
- Agreement to hold regular summit meetings and to revitalize the Joint Working Group mechanisms.
- Re‑affirmation of the Shared Vision on Maritime Cooperation and launch of the 3rd Defence Ministers’ Dialogue.
- Signing of MoUs on critical minerals, steel supply chain, local‑currency transactions, and cooperation in pharmaceuticals, health, and disaster management.
- Launch of cultural initiatives – restoration of Prambanan Temple and the “Tagore‑Dewantara Year” for cultural exchange.
- Progress on digital and payment connectivity – Cross‑Border QR Payment Linkage and cooperation on telecommunications technologies.
Important Facts
• Defence cooperation: elevation of the BrahMos Missile System and an Air‑to‑Air Missile Agreement were highlighted.
• Maritime security: renewal of the MoU on Maritime Safety and Security, positioning of an International Liaison Officer at the IFC‑IOR, and joint exerc