Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit to Indonesia marked a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties, with India and Indonesia signing a series of agreements spanning defence, trade, critical minerals, agriculture and maritime cooperation.
During talks with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in Jakarta, the two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to expanding the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and enhancing cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.
Among the key outcomes was a defence agreement under which Indonesia will procure India's BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system, making it the second Southeast Asian nation after the Philippines to do so. The two countries also agreed to collaborate on the development of air-to-air missile technology.
The leaders signed memoranda of understanding covering critical mineral supply chains, agriculture and industrial cooperation, including a joint venture between the Steel Authority of India and Indonesia's Krakatau Steel for stainless steel slab production. Maritime security and closer coordination between the two countries' coast guards also featured prominently in the discussions.
Beyond strategic and economic cooperation, Modi addressed members of the Indian diaspora in Jakarta, highlighting India's economic transformation and describing the country as a key driver of global growth. He also emphasised the deep civilisational links between India and Indonesia, noting that the shared cultural heritage continues to strengthen people-to-people ties.
As part of the visit, Modi and President Prabowo inaugurated the restoration and conservation works at the UNESCO-listed Prambanan Temple complex in Yogyakarta, underscoring the cultural dimension of the bilateral relationship.
The visit, Modi's first bilateral trip to Indonesia since the elevation of ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2018, forms part of India's broader Act East policy and reflects both nations' intent to deepen cooperation in trade, security, technology and regional stability across the Indo-Pacific.