Prabowo Subianto to Be Republic Day Chief Guest in 2025
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has formally accepted New Delhi’s invitation to be the chief guest at India’s 2025 Republic Day parade. His visit marks a significant step in enhancing India-Indonesia relations, signaling the importance of the Act East Policy in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s third term. The two countries are expected to bolster their strategic cooperation, defense ties, and economic engagement during this visit.
| Summary/Static | Details |
| Why in the news? | Prabowo Subianto to Be Republic Day Chief Guest in 2025 |
| Chief Guest for 2025 Republic Day | Prabowo Subianto (President of Indonesia) |
| Historical Significance | Indonesia’s first President Sukarno was India’s first Republic Day guest in 1950 |
| Major Agreements | Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (2018), Shared Vision on Maritime Cooperation in Indo-Pacific |
| Bilateral Trade (2023-24) | USD 26.69 billion |
| India’s Imports | Coal, crude palm oil, minerals, rubber, paper, hydrocarbons |
| India’s Exports | Refined petroleum, vehicles, telecom equipment, agricultural produce, meat, steel |
| Indian Investments | 30+ joint ventures in Indonesia |
| Cultural Ties | Influences from Ramayana and Mahabharata in Indonesian folk art |
| Strategic Focus | Maritime cooperation and defense ties |
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