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India and Indonesia Strengthen Ties at 8th Joint Commission Meeting
Jaishankar lauds longstanding ties between India & Indonesia as he sits with FM Sugiono for 8th edition of JCM
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During the 8th India-Indonesia Joint Commission Meeting in New Delhi, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation across various sectors, including defense, trade, and cultural exchanges, marking a significant step in their longstanding relationship.
- 01The 8th Joint Commission Meeting is the first in four years, highlighting the importance of renewed discussions.
- 02Dr. S. Jaishankar emphasized the need to cover a full spectrum of cooperation, including political, defense, and cultural aspects.
- 03Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono expressed optimism for fruitful outcomes from the meeting, aiming to deepen bilateral relations.
- 04The meeting follows significant visits, including Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's attendance at India's Republic Day celebrations.
- 05This engagement is viewed as a crucial move to enhance India's influence in Southeast Asia.
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At the 8th India-Indonesia Joint Commission Meeting held in New Delhi, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar welcomed Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi, emphasizing the importance of their longstanding ties. Jaishankar noted that this meeting occurs after four years and follows the celebration of 75 years of diplomatic relations. He expressed his intention to discuss a wide range of bilateral cooperation, including political, defense, maritime trade, health, and cultural exchanges. Sugiono echoed these sentiments, expressing hope for productive discussions and outcomes that would further strengthen the partnership. He highlighted the significance of this meeting in reviewing progress since their last Joint Commission Meeting in 2022 and addressing key issues of mutual interest. The visit is seen as a vital step in enhancing India's presence and influence in the Southeast Asian region, particularly in light of recent high-level exchanges between the two nations.
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The discussions are expected to enhance cooperation in key sectors, impacting trade, security, and cultural exchanges between India and Indonesia.
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