Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a ceremonial welcome on Tuesday upon arriving for talks with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, during which multiple agreements were announced. Modi, who reached Indonesia on Monday, began the first part of a three-nation tour to strengthen India’s Act East Policy, MAHASAGAR Vision, and support for a free and open Indo-Pacific region. The Ministry of External Affairs reported several key outcomes from the visit. India will assist Indonesia in creating its own electronic voting machines based on New Delhi’s model. Jakarta will also purchase Indian Astra missiles. To strengthen critical minerals supply chains, India plans investments in Indonesian steel, nickel, and rare earth magnet production. Indonesia intends to expand its BrahMos missile holdings, with New Delhi set to supply additional units. Both countries agreed to jointly develop Sabang Port near the Strait of Malacca, close to India’s Great Nicobar project. Subianto awarded Modi Indonesia’s highest civilian honour, the Bintang Adipurna. Modi dedicated the award to the people of India, noting it reflects the strong historical ties between the nations. At a joint press conference, Modi described the visit as opening a new golden chapter in bilateral relations, highlighting growing cooperation under the 2018 Comprehensive Strategic Partnership across multiple sectors.
