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South Korea, Indonesia Elevate Ties, Expand Cooperation on Energy and Defense
The leaders agreed to deepen cooperation in defense, critical minerals and clean energy, while South Korea and Indonesia signed 16 memorandums of understanding.
- On Wednesday, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto met in Seoul, elevating their diplomatic relationship to a special comprehensive strategic partnership.
- Prabowo described the two nations as natural partners with "complementary roles," pointing to South Korea's industrial strengths and Indonesia's abundant resources; 2025 trade reached $7 billion in exports and $11.3 billion in imports.
- Energy security concerns amid Middle East instability prompted both leaders to sign preliminary agreements covering renewable energy, infrastructure, and shipbuilding, as Indonesia exported 2.1 million tons of LNG to Korea in 2025.
- While Prabowo called for "robust security and defence," no new deals were announced regarding the joint KF-21 fighter jet project, though officials expect Indonesia to complete outstanding payments this year.
- Closing the three-day state visit, Lee awarded Prabowo the Grand Order of Mugunghwa, Korea's highest civilian honor, recognizing his contributions to promoting friendly bilateral relations between the two countries.
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South Korea and Indonesia discuss energy security, sign agreements on minerals and tech
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung held talks on Wednesday with Indonesian leader Prabowo Subianto, discussing energy security and agreeing to expand cooperation in areas such as defence, Lee's office said.
President Lee Jae Myung emphasized the importance of strengthening the strategic partnership between Indonesia and South Korea.
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