India, Indonesia Deepen Strategic Partnership At High-Level Talks In New Delhi
India and Indonesia reviewed the full spectrum of their bilateral relationship during the 8th India-Indonesia Joint Commission Meeting held in New Delhi after a gap of four years. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono discussed key areas of cooperation under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, including defence, maritime security, trade, digital connectivity, healthcare, critical minerals, tourism and education.Jaishankar said the partnership has witnessed strong growth in recent years, while both sides also exchanged views on regional developments, Indo-Pacific cooperation and strengthening India-ASEAN engagement. Sugiono expressed optimism about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Jakarta, calling it an important opportunity to further deepen bilateral ties.The meeting comes as both countries seek to expand strategic and economic cooperation and build on the momentum generated by recent high-level exchanges, including Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's State Visit to India earlier this year.