Joint Statement on the Occasion of the State Visit of the President of the Republic of Indonesia to France.

On the occasion of the State Visit of the President of the Republic of Indonesia to Paris, France, on 28 May 2026, H.E. Emmanuel Macron, President of the French Republic, and H.E. Prabowo Subianto, President of the Republic of Indonesia, held bilateral talks covering key areas of cooperation and global issues of common interest.

Against a backdrop of rising geopolitical tensions, shifting global dynamics, and pressing climate, environmental, health, and technological challenges, the two Presidents reaffirmed their shared determination to deepen their partnership. This cooperation will be guided by mutual trust and a strong commitment to rules-based multilateralism.

They welcomed the sustained momentum of high-level exchanges, including the State Visit of President Emmanuel Macron to Indonesia on 27-29 May 2025, and the visits of President Prabowo Subianto to France on 13-15 July 2025, 23 January 2026, and 13-14 April 2026, illustrating the vitality of their strategic partnership.

Partnership for Sovereignty and Prosperity

The two Presidents reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening security and defense cooperation and welcomed the convening of the 12th Indonesia-France Defence Dialogue (IFDD) this year. They supported the expansion of training initiatives, including in mounted cavalry units, language training, as well as exchanges between the respective police forces on public order management and community safety. They also encouraged their respective Ministers to further enhance cooperation in the field of armaments, notably through capacity building, joint development and defence industry cooperation.

They underscored the importance of promoting an open and rules-based international trade system and committed to fully implement the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement between the European Union and Indonesia as soon as possible.

They supported the implementation of projects of mutual interest and reciprocal investments in transportation, health, energy transition, innovation and technology, sustainable mining and critical minerals, maritime, and agriculture, with a view to strengthening the EU and Indonesia’s industrial competitiveness and their mutual integration into each other’s and global markets. In this regard, they highlighted the importance of developing a joint roadmap in agriculture to ensure the effective implementation of bilateral cooperation on the basis of reciprocity. They welcomed mutually beneficial progress in bovine and equine cooperation, as well as noting in particular the progressive opening of market access for products of mutual interest, in accordance with their respective laws and regulations.

They also supported the expansion of cross-border investments, including in downstream industries, and encouraged stronger business partnerships, notably through the High-Level France-Indonesia Business Council, which convened for the first time under the auspices of the two Leaders in Paris on 28 May 2026.

Partnership for Peace, International Law, Multilateralism, and Global Issues

The two Presidents advocated respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, and the promotion of multilateralism based on international law, with the United Nations Charter at its core.

They rejected any use or threat of force and called for the peaceful resolution of disputes, including in Palestine, Iran, Ukraine, and Lebanon. They expressed deep concern over the impact of ongoing hostilities on civilian lives and infrastructure, and reaffirmed the importance of resolving differences through peaceful means, as well as their support for freedom of navigation in accordance with the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).

They recalled their Joint Declaration on the Peaceful Resolution of the Question of Palestine and the New York Declaration on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution, emphasizing the need to end the illegal occupation of Palestinian territories and to achieve a comprehensive, just, and lasting resolution.

They also expressed deep concern over escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, which threaten regional stability and global energy supply, called on all States to prevent further escalation, and reaffirmed freedom of navigation, including transit passage and innocent passage through the Strait of Hormuz and any strait used for international navigation, in accordance with the 1982 UNCLOS.

The two Leaders also reaffirmed their commitment to a just and lasting peace in Ukraine and elsewhere in the world based on the principles of the UN Charter and of international law.

They welcomed the signing of the Joint Declaration of Intent on Development Cooperation, enabling triangular cooperation with third countries, contributing to their national development as well as regional stability and prosperity. They also encouraged their relevant ministries and agencies to identify priority projects to implement this cooperation.

The two Leaders reaffirmed their commitment to protecting global public goods. They emphasized their commitment to full implementation of the Paris agreement, in accordance with equity and Common but Differentiated Responsibilities and Respective Capabilities, in light of different national circumstances and priorities. The Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) in Indonesia, to which France contributes, is an important platform in the fight against climate change.

On biodiversity and nature protection, they reaffirmed the importance of promoting the effective and balanced implementation of the BBNJ Treaty and underlined the importance of concluding an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment. They also looked forward to strengthening partnerships through the Ocean Impact Summit to be held on 8-10 October 2026 in Bali and the first UN Ocean Conference of Parties under the BBNJ agreement in 2027 in New York.

The two Leaders also welcomed the opportunity to further explore cooperation in forestry, with a view to advancing conservation efforts and promoting sustainable forest management and contribute to efforts to reduce forest loss and land degradation.

Partnership for Culture and Deepening People-to-People Exchange to Build the Society of Tomorrow

The two Presidents welcomed the France-Indonesia Year of Innovation 2026 and expressed their commitment to advancing strategic projects that strengthen innovation ecosystems, enhance technological capabilities, and support the development of future industries. In this context, Indonesia expressed its interest in exploring cooperation with France in research and innovation, including in support of the development of a safe, secure, and sustainable nuclear energy infrastructure and ecosystem.

Building on this momentum, the two Presidents adopted a Joint Declaration on education, research, and mobility, emphasizing these as priority areas of bilateral cooperation. They also welcomed the convening of the Joint Working Group on Higher Education, Research, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship in Angers on 1-3 July 2026. The two Leaders further reaffirmed the importance of the Joint Working Group on education focused on shared thematic priorities and exploring new areas of cooperation.

The two Leaders exchanged views on cooperation to strengthen public administration education in Indonesia and acknowledged ongoing discussions between their Foreign Ministries to advance concrete initiatives aimed at enhancing diplomatic capacity.

Both Leaders also welcomed the launch of the inaugural Policy Planning Dialogue (PPD) between the Foreign Ministries of both countries to be held in Paris in June 2026, which is expected to provide a mechanism for regular dialogue and exchanges of geopolitical analyses, as well as to promote closer cooperation in addressing the fragmentation of the global security architecture. The two Presidents further welcomed the first Strategic Cultural Dialogue held in Paris on 15 July 2025, and encouraged continued implementation of the Joint Declaration on the Strategy in the Field of Culture adopted on 29 May 2025.

Towards the Establishment of a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

The two Leaders expressed their shared vision to elevate bilateral relations through the establishment of a future Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between France and Indonesia, aimed at fostering a deeper, more productive, and mutually beneficial relationship grounded in respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity.

To this end, they agreed to work towards a concrete framework for the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, building on existing bilateral mechanisms and priority areas of cooperation. They encouraged their respective Ministers and relevant agencies including their respective development financing institutions to identify key deliverables, timelines, and areas for enhanced coordination that contribute to the national development priorities and long-term progress of both countries.