Minister of Defense Prabowo Subianto welcomed Chief of the Defence Staff of the United Kingdom, Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, for an honorable visit at the Ministry of Defense in Jakarta on Thursday (30/5).
Tony was warmly received by Prabowo, and they engaged in discussions about enhancing bilateral defense cooperation between Indonesia and the UK. Prabowo highlighted the importance of developing an advanced and independent defense industry through partnerships with various countries, including the UK.
Prabowo expressed that the UK is a significant partner for Indonesia in the defense sector. The meeting also delved into areas of cooperation that are beneficial for Indonesia and potential future collaborative initiatives.
Gifts were exchanged at the end of the meeting, with Prabowo presenting a traditional keris and a pin from the Ministry of Defense, while Tony reciprocated with a personal gift. Officials from the Ministry of Defense were also in attendance, including the Acting Secretary-General, the Acting Director General of Strategic Defense, the Head of Defense Facility Agency, and the Acting Head of Defense Infrastructure Agency.
