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The Prime Minister launched the opening segment of his three-nation diplomatic visit with a high-profile ceremonial welcome that featured an escort by an Indonesian Air Force fighter jet

Updated - July 07, 2026 10:57 am IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi waves as he receives a grand ceremonial welcome at the Istana Merdeka, the Presidential Palace, along with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, in Jakarta on July 7, 2026. Photo: X/@MEAIndia via ANI | Photo Credit: ANI

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a grand ceremonial welcome upon his arrival in Jakarta, Indonesia, on Tuesday (July 7, 2026), marking the start of his official state visit to deepen bilateral ties and strengthen strategic cooperation between the two nations. He is on a three-nation diplomatic visit.

Military fighter jets escorted the Prime Minister’s aircraft as it entered Indonesian airspace before he was formally received by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and greeted with a traditional cultural dance performance. This official visit to Indonesia, taking place from July 6 to 8 at the personal invitation of President Prabowo, marks his fourth trip to the Southeast Asian country.

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Crucially, this signifies the inaugural bilateral visit between the two nations since they formally elevated their diplomatic relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2018. The high-level engagement is anticipated to inject further momentum into this Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with bilateral defence and maritime coordination positioned high on the shared agenda.

Security relations between New Delhi and Jakarta have expanded significantly in recent years, driven by frequent high-level official exchanges, regular joint military manoeuvres, collaborative defence industry initiatives, and the landmark acquisition of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles by Indonesia.

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July 07, 2026 10:57
PM Narendra Modi receives grand ceremonial welcome in Jakarta
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a grand ceremonial welcome upon his arrival in Jakarta, Indonesia, on Tuesday (July 7, 2026), marking the commencement of his official state visit aimed at deepening bilateral ties and strengthening strategic cooperation between the two nations.
The Prime Minister had arrived in Indonesia on Monday (July 6), launching the opening segment of his three-nation diplomatic visit with a high-profile ceremonial welcome that featured an escort by an Indonesian Air Force fighter jet and a personal reception by the Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto at the airport.
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July 07, 2026 10:56
Modi begins three-nation trip, starts with Indonesia to boost strategic ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday arrived in Indonesia on the first leg of his three-nation tour, aimed at further strengthening India’s Act East Policy, MAHASAGAR Vision and its commitment to a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific.
In a special gesture, Mr. Modi was received at the airport by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. In addition, four ministers were also present to receive the Prime Minister, who was accorded a traditional ceremonial welcome and a Guard of Honour.
“Landed in Jakarta. I’m touched by President Prabowo Subianto’s gesture of welcoming me at the airport,” Mr. Modi said in a social media post.
This is PM Modi’s first bilateral visit to Indonesia since the elevation of ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in 2018.
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