UAE, Indonesian leaders reaffirm continued commitment to expanding bilateral ties

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Prabowo Subianto, President of the Republic of Indonesia, met on Saturday to review strategic relations between the two countries and explore opportunities for further collaboration within the framework of the UAE-Indonesia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).

Sheikh Mohamed welcomed the Indonesian President at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi, conveying his best wishes for his success in leading Indonesia and its people towards further progress and development.

He also expressed his hope that the visit would open new avenues for collaboration, building on the decades of enduring friendship and strategic partnership between the two nations.

The discussions between Sheikh Mohamed and Subianto reaffirmed their continued commitment to furthering bilateral relations, with the two leaders highlighting existing areas of strategic cooperation in addition to future sectors of interests made possible through the CEPA that was signed in 2022.

The talks explored further opportunities for collaboration in areas including infrastructure, renewable energy, food security, climate action, education, healthcare, sustainable agriculture and tourism.

The meeting also reviewed the deep cultural ties between the UAE and Indonesia, and the key role they play in strengthening people-to-people connections between the two countries.

The UAE and Indonesia Presidents also reviewed a number of regional and international issues of mutual concern.

They reaffirmed their commitment to multilateral international efforts to address global challenges and achieve sustainable development and prosperity for all.

Both sides emphasised their shared approach to promoting peace, stability, and resolving crises through peaceful means at the regional and global levels.

During the meeting, Sheikh Mohamed acknowledged Subianto's pivotal role in cultivating the robust partnership between the two countries.