PM Modi's Indonesia visit: Fighter jet escort, President Prabowo welcome and key moments in pictures
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Jakarta on Monday, July 6, for the first leg of his three-nation tour, receiving a ceremonial welcome from Ind…
1/7PM Modi arrives in Jakarta: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Jakarta on Monday, July 6, to begin the first leg of his three-nation tour, which also includes Australia and New Zealand. According to PTI, the visit aims to strengthen India’s Act East Policy, MAHASAGAR Vision and commitment to a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific. (Image: PTI)
2/7Ceremonial welcome by President Prabowo: PM Modi received a ceremonial welcome as his aircraft was escorted by Indonesian Air Force fighter jets before landing in Jakarta, ANI reported. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto personally welcomed the Prime Minister at the airport, where he was also accorded a traditional reception, Guard of Honour and cultural performance. (Image: PTI)
3/7Modi says he was ‘touched’ by the gesture: In a post on X, PM Modi said he was “touched” by President Prabowo Subianto’s gesture of personally receiving him at the airport. He also recalled that India and Indonesia elevated their ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2018, saying it has benefited the people of both countries. (Image: PTI)
4/7Bilateral talks and Prambanan Temple visit: PM Modi said he and President Prabowo will hold discussions to further strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership across various sectors. The two leaders will also visit the UNESCO-listed Prambanan Temple complex in Yogyakarta, which the Prime Minister said would further strengthen the cultural ties between the two nations. (Image: Canva)
5/7Indian diaspora welcomes PM Modi: During his visit, PM Modi will interact with the Indian community in Indonesia. ANI reported that members of the diaspora welcomed him with chants of “Bharat Mata ki Jai” and “Modi, Modi” and expressed excitement about meeting the Prime Minister. (Image: PTI)
6/7Trade and strategic partnership in focus: The visit comes as India and Indonesia continue to deepen cooperation in defence, maritime security, trade, investment and critical minerals. According to ANI, Indonesia is India’s second-largest trading partner in ASEAN, with both countries expected to expand cooperation across strategic and economic sectors. (Image: PTI)
7/7First stop of a three-nation tour: Indonesia is the first destination of PM Modi’s July 6-11 tour. After completing his engagements in Indonesia, he will travel to Australia and New Zealand for meetings aimed at strengthening India’s strategic, economic and people-to-people partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region. (Image: PTI)