French President Emmanuel Macron and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto announced a new defense pact on Wednesday that could lead to more orders of French military equipment, including Rafale fighter jets and Scorpene submarines.
Macron, speaking in Jakarta, said the agreement opens doors for future deals on jets, submarines, and frigates. Prabowo praised France as a key partner in Indonesia’s efforts to modernize its military through joint production and tech sharing.
Indonesia had previously agreed to buy Rafale jets in 2022, with the first six expected to arrive in 2026. It also signed a deal for two French submarines in 2024 and purchased 13 French-made surveillance radars in 2023.
Beyond defense, the two countries signed over 20 cooperation agreements worth more than $11 billion. One key deal involves French mining company Eramet partnering with Indonesian sovereign wealth funds to develop the country’s nickel industry—essential for electric vehicle (EV) batteries.
Macron and Prabowo also discussed the ongoing Gaza conflict. Prabowo stated Indonesia would be open to recognizing Israel—only if Palestine is also recognized by Israel. Macron reiterated his support for a two-state solution.
Big French firms like Danone and TotalEnergies also signed agreements during the visit, as Macron continues his Southeast Asia tour with Singapore next on the agenda.
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan reiterated his offer to host Ukraine-Russia peace talks in Ankara, at his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The talks took place on the sidelines of the international Forum for Peace and Trust in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, on Friday (12 December).
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