Meeting Putin for the second time in less than six months, Prabowo said ahead of closed-door talks that he intended to “personally supervise” key strategic cooperation with Moscow, highlighting the urgency of closer ties in an increasingly uncertain global climate. 

“I have come to consult with you, as the global geopolitical situation is evolving and changing very rapidly. We view Russia as having played a very positive role in navigating these uncertain conditions,” Prabowo told Putin in a livestreamed exchange. 

“We feel it is very necessary to consult on how to address future developments and, if possible, further strengthen cooperation, particularly in the fields of economy and energy,” he continued. 

Putin, meanwhile, expressed his appreciation for Prabowo’s visit, describing Indonesia-Russia relations as well-maintained, “substantive” and “meaningful”.

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He noted that bilateral economic ties between the two countries had seen a slight slowdown this year, but reaffirmed Russia’s commitment to reversing the trend by prioritizing key sectors.

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