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| Prabowo Subianto Officially Welcomes Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in Jakarta to Strengthen Indonesia-Malaysia Bilateral Relations. |
President of the Republic of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, officially welcomed Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in a grand and respectful state ceremony at Merdeka Palace, Jakarta, on Friday, June 27, 2025. This important visit marks a new chapter in the longstanding relationship between Indonesia and Malaysia, two neighboring nations with deep cultural and strategic ties.
Both leaders arrived at the presidential palace together, where they were greeted by a formation of 14 ceremonial honor guards standing tall at the palace gates. The motorcade carrying President Prabowo and PM Anwar was also escorted by 17 motorcycle outriders and 75 cavalry troops, creating a truly majestic scene as they made their way along Medan Merdeka Utara Street.
A Warm Welcome from Indonesian Students
Adding to the lively atmosphere, more than 2,000 students enthusiastically lined the streets near the palace, waving small flags of Indonesia and Malaysia. Their excitement was clearly visible as they cheered for both leaders, creating a heartfelt and energetic welcome that symbolized the close friendship between the two nations.
Upon arriving, President Prabowo and PM Anwar exited their vehicle side by side on the west wing of the palace. The official welcoming ceremony kicked off with the playing of both national anthems—Negaraku from Malaysia and Indonesia Raya—followed by a 19-gun salute, a traditional mark of respect for a state guest.
Strengthening Diplomatic and Strategic Bonds
The ceremony continued with both leaders jointly inspecting the honor guard, highlighting the symbolic unity between Indonesia and Malaysia. The event was not just about formality, but a powerful representation of shared history and regional cooperation.
Afterward, both delegations were introduced. Representing Indonesia were key ministers including:
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Foreign Minister Sugiono
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Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto
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State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi
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Minister of Investment and Head of BKPM Rosan Roeslani
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Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Meutya Hafid
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Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Brian Yuliarto
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Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya
One-on-One Meeting and Vision for the Future
Following the introductions, President Prabowo invited PM Anwar to the credentials room for an official photo session and to sign the state guestbook. The leaders then proceeded to a private tête-à-tête meeting in the President’s office to discuss more specific bilateral issues.
This one-on-one meeting served as an essential step to enhance Indonesia-Malaysia bilateral cooperation in various strategic sectors, including trade, digital transformation, education, investment, and regional stability.
A New Era in Indonesia-Malaysia Relations Begins
PM Anwar’s official visit to Jakarta underlines the mutual commitment to building a stronger partnership between the two Southeast Asian countries. Under the new leadership of President Prabowo and Prime Minister Anwar, both nations are expected to collaborate more closely and respond to regional challenges with a united front.
The warm reception, enthusiastic public support, and high-level discussions reflect a shared vision for a more dynamic, mutually beneficial, and forward-looking Indonesia-Malaysia relationship.
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