TRIBUNNEWS.COM, JAKARTA – Minister of Defense of the Republic of Indonesia, Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, delivered a crucial message from President of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, during a meeting with Malaysian Defense Minister Dato Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin at the Ministry of Defense Malaysia on Monday (20/1/2025).
Key Message Emphasizing Collaboration:
During the meeting, Karo Infohan and Spokesperson of the Ministry of Defense, Brigadier General TNI Frega Wenas, revealed that Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin brought a message stressing the importance of close collaboration to develop bilateral relations between Indonesia and Malaysia as neighboring countries. The collaborative efforts aim to enhance the strategic partnership between the two nations significantly.
Comprehensive Defense Technology Collaboration:
Additionally, both countries agreed to formulate a comprehensive collaboration system in defense technology by leveraging their respective industrial potentials. This collaboration will also support joint decisions in the multilateral forum ADMM-Plus. Indonesia and Malaysia are also pushing for the development of ASEAN Defence Industry Collaboration as a strategic hub to realize structured and sustainable collaboration and strengthen regional cooperation ecosystems.
Warm Welcome and Strengthened Ties:
Before the meeting, Minister Sjafrie was greeted by the Malaysian Defense Minister with an honor guard ceremony, highlighting the commitment of both nations to strengthen defense cooperation through various strategic initiatives. The warm reception and friendly atmosphere reflected the deep-rooted diplomatic relations between Indonesia and Malaysia, as acknowledged by Sjafrie.
Hope for Future Bilateral Relations:
Sjafrie expressed his deep appreciation for the warm reception extended by the Malaysian government during the bilateral meeting held at the Malaysian Ministry of Defense. He hoped that the meeting would serve as a foundation to further strengthen the bilateral relationship in the future. The Malaysian Defense Minister emphasized the importance of strengthening ties within ASEAN to maintain collective strength and regional stability through communication with all member countries.
Ongoing Commitment and Collaboration:
In conclusion, Minister Frega highlighted the importance of continuing to strengthen the good relations between the two countries. The presence of the Director General of Strahan Kemhan and Athan RI in Malaysia further emphasized Indonesia’s commitment to maintaining strong ties and cooperation with Malaysia.
Overall, the meeting between Minister Sjafrie and his Malaysian counterpart underscored the mutual commitment to enhancing defense collaboration and fostering closer ties between Indonesia and Malaysia for the benefit of both nations and the region as a whole.
