emirates7 - President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Excellency Prabowo Subianto, President of the Republic of Indonesia, held discussions today to strengthen strategic ties between their nations and explore new avenues of cooperation under the UAE-Indonesia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
Welcoming President Subianto at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohamed extended his best wishes for Indonesia’s continued growth and progress under his leadership. He expressed hope that the visit would further enhance the longstanding friendship and strategic partnership between the two countries.
The meeting reaffirmed both leaders’ commitment to advancing bilateral relations, highlighting existing areas of collaboration and identifying future opportunities made possible by the CEPA signed in 2022. Key sectors of mutual interest included infrastructure, renewable energy, food security, climate action, education, healthcare, sustainable agriculture, and tourism.
Discussions also celebrated the deep cultural ties between the UAE and Indonesia, emphasizing their role in fostering stronger connections between the peoples of both nations. Additionally, the leaders reviewed regional and international matters of shared concern, reiterating their support for multilateral efforts to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. Both sides underscored the importance of peace, stability, and resolving conflicts through diplomatic means.
Sheikh Mohamed praised President Subianto’s efforts in strengthening the UAE-Indonesia partnership and acknowledged the contributions of former Indonesian President Joko Widodo, under whose leadership the relationship saw significant growth. Highlighting economic achievements, he noted a 12% increase in UAE-Indonesia non-oil trade in 2023, reaching $4.6 billion, and reaffirmed the CEPA’s goal of boosting trade to $10 billion.
President Subianto expressed gratitude for the warm hospitality extended to him and his delegation, emphasizing his commitment to deepening ties between the two countries. He welcomed the agreements signed during the visit, acknowledging their potential to expand bilateral cooperation. Writing in the Qasr Al Watan VIP guestbook, he conveyed his hopes for continued progress in UAE-Indonesia relations and the mutual benefits it would bring to their peoples.
In honor of the visit, Sheikh Mohamed hosted an official luncheon, attended by prominent UAE leaders, including His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister; H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; and other senior officials.
President Subianto was accompanied by a high-level Indonesian delegation, including several ministers and senior officials, further strengthening the diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations.
Welcoming President Subianto at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohamed extended his best wishes for Indonesia’s continued growth and progress under his leadership. He expressed hope that the visit would further enhance the longstanding friendship and strategic partnership between the two countries.
The meeting reaffirmed both leaders’ commitment to advancing bilateral relations, highlighting existing areas of collaboration and identifying future opportunities made possible by the CEPA signed in 2022. Key sectors of mutual interest included infrastructure, renewable energy, food security, climate action, education, healthcare, sustainable agriculture, and tourism.
Discussions also celebrated the deep cultural ties between the UAE and Indonesia, emphasizing their role in fostering stronger connections between the peoples of both nations. Additionally, the leaders reviewed regional and international matters of shared concern, reiterating their support for multilateral efforts to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. Both sides underscored the importance of peace, stability, and resolving conflicts through diplomatic means.
Sheikh Mohamed praised President Subianto’s efforts in strengthening the UAE-Indonesia partnership and acknowledged the contributions of former Indonesian President Joko Widodo, under whose leadership the relationship saw significant growth. Highlighting economic achievements, he noted a 12% increase in UAE-Indonesia non-oil trade in 2023, reaching $4.6 billion, and reaffirmed the CEPA’s goal of boosting trade to $10 billion.
President Subianto expressed gratitude for the warm hospitality extended to him and his delegation, emphasizing his commitment to deepening ties between the two countries. He welcomed the agreements signed during the visit, acknowledging their potential to expand bilateral cooperation. Writing in the Qasr Al Watan VIP guestbook, he conveyed his hopes for continued progress in UAE-Indonesia relations and the mutual benefits it would bring to their peoples.
In honor of the visit, Sheikh Mohamed hosted an official luncheon, attended by prominent UAE leaders, including His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister; H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi; and other senior officials.
President Subianto was accompanied by a high-level Indonesian delegation, including several ministers and senior officials, further strengthening the diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations.