Jakarta, Indonesia | July 9, 2026
PM Modi Indonesia Visit Ends with 20 Strategic Agreements as Prime Minister Departs for Australia
PM Modi Indonesia Visit concluded on a high note as Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for Australia on Thursday after completing the first leg of his six-day foreign tour. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto personally saw the Indian leader off at the airport, underscoring the warmth of bilateral ties and the growing strategic partnership between the two nations.
The three-day visit resulted in the signing of 20 agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) spanning defense, maritime security, digital infrastructure, trade, investment, healthcare, critical minerals, and digital payments, marking one of the most significant milestones in India-Indonesia relations in recent years.
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Defense Cooperation Reaches New Heights
A key outcome of the visit was the expansion of defense cooperation between the two countries.
India and Indonesia welcomed progress on cooperation involving the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system and an air-to-air missile collaboration, strengthening bilateral defense ties amid evolving security dynamics in the Indo-Pacific region.
The leaders reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing military cooperation, defense technology partnerships, and strategic coordination as maritime neighbors sharing common regional interests.
Maritime Security Takes Center Stage
Prime Minister Modi and President Prabowo emphasized that India and Indonesia are not only maritime neighbors but also important strategic partners in the Indo-Pacific.
The two sides agreed to deepen cooperation in several maritime sectors, including:
- Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA)
- Coastal surveillance
- Maritime connectivity
- Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR)
- Search and Rescue (SAR)
- Marine pollution control
Both governments said stronger maritime collaboration would contribute to peace, security, stability, and freedom of navigation across the Indo-Pacific.
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Historic Visit to Prambanan Temple
Before leaving Indonesia, Prime Minister Modi visited the nearly 1,000-year-old Prambanan Temple Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Yogyakarta.
Alongside President Prabowo, he inaugurated the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI)-led Prambanan Temple Restoration Project, reinforcing India’s commitment to preserving shared cultural heritage in Southeast Asia.
The project follows earlier Indian efforts to document Indonesia’s Borobudur Temple Complex and reflects the growing cultural dimension of bilateral cooperation.
PM Modi Reflects on His Spiritual Journey
Addressing the gathering at the temple complex, Prime Minister Modi spoke about his long-standing connection with Lord Shiva and India’s sacred heritage.
He said he considered himself fortunate to have been associated with several major temple restoration and redevelopment projects throughout his public life.
The Prime Minister recalled his birthplace, Vadnagar, home to the revered Hatkeshwar Mahadev Temple, and noted that Gujarat is also home to the Somnath Jyotirlinga, one of Hinduism’s holiest shrines.
He also referred to his association with Kashi Vishwanath, as well as the redevelopment of Kedarnath Dham and Mahakal Temple in Ujjain, describing the opportunity to participate in the restoration of the Prambanan Temple as another significant milestone.
“I consider myself extremely fortunate to contribute to the restoration of a cultural heritage site that preserves memories associated with Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Shiva,” the Prime Minister said.
Economic and Strategic Partnership Strengthened
The agreements signed during the visit aim to accelerate the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and Indonesia.
Key areas of cooperation include:
- Defense and security
- Maritime cooperation
- Digital infrastructure
- Trade and investment
- Healthcare
- Critical minerals
- Food security
- Digital payments
- Emerging technologies
Officials from both countries said the expanded partnership reflects their shared vision of a stable, prosperous, and rules-based Indo-Pacific.
Australia Next on PM Modi’s Foreign Tour
Following the successful conclusion of his Indonesia visit, Prime Minister Modi departed for Australia, the second destination of his six-day overseas tour.
The Australian leg of the visit is expected to focus on high-level bilateral discussions covering defense cooperation, trade, regional security, technology, and strategic collaboration within the Indo-Pacific framework.
The Prime Minister will conclude his tour with a visit to New Zealand, where he is scheduled to hold meetings aimed at strengthening political and economic engagement.
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