A Cultural Exchange Program was also signed between the Union Ministry of Culture and Indonesia's Ministry of Culture

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has met with visiting Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in New Delhi as the two countries signed cooperation agreements on health, defense, digital technology and maritime affairs to expand ties.

Despite expressing earlier reluctance to join the economic bloc, Indonesia has become the first Southeast Asian country to become a permanent member, surpassing Malaysia and Thailand, which have shown similar interests.

India and Indonesia have announced plans to strengthen their bilateral co-operation, especially in the defense sector. The decision was taken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's first state visit to India since assuming office in October 2024.

Subianto arrived late Thursday on his first official visit to India since becoming the president last year. He will be the chief guest at India’s 76th Republic Day event on Sunday, marking the anniversary of the adoption of the country’s Constitution on Jan.

India and Indonesia aim to bolster their defence partnership, with Indonesia sending a high-powered delegation to India soon. Crucial discussions encompassed joint initiatives, connectivity, and tourism growth.

Indonesia and India will step up their economic and defense cooperation as the South Asian nation seeks to position itself as a counterbalance to China in the region.

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto will be the chief guest for the Republic Day parade on Sunday, 75 years after President Sukarno was accorded the same honour at India’s first national day celebra