Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is set to arrive in Pakistan for a two-day official visit from December 8 to 9, following an invitation from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the Foreign Office confirmed. This visit is particularly significant as it marks President Prabowo’s first official trip to Pakistan and the first visit by an Indonesian president since Joko Widodo’s visit in 2018.
President Prabowo will travel with a high-level delegation, including senior government officials and key ministers. The visit aims to strengthen the long-standing ties between the two nations, which celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations this year.
According to the Foreign Office, both leaders will discuss an extensive agenda covering trade, investment, defense cooperation, education, and cultural exchanges. Special attention will be given to expanding economic links and exploring new opportunities for collaboration in technology, agriculture, and energy sectors.
Experts believe the visit will help open new doors for bilateral trade and strategic partnerships, building on decades of friendly relations between Pakistan and Indonesia. The two countries already cooperate in international forums such as the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the United Nations.
President Prabowo’s visit is expected to include meetings with Pakistan’s top leadership, where both sides will reaffirm their commitment to deepening cooperation. The trip reflects a shared desire to enhance regional connectivity, promote economic growth, and strengthen people-to-people ties.
As Pakistan and Indonesia mark 75 years of friendship, this high-level engagement highlights the growing importance of their partnership in South and Southeast Asia.
