Prabowo Subianto-Erdogan Defence Industry Collaboration

During a High Level Strategic Cooperation Meeting, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto expressed his interest in co-producing defense equipment with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Indonesia is seeking support for joint ventures with Turkish companies in the defense industry. Prabowo highlighted collaborations with Turkish defense industries such as Roketsan, Aselsan, Havelsan, and Baykar. Moreover, he mentioned his optimism for increased trade between the two countries, even without a formal trade agreement. Prabowo also stressed the importance of finalizing the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) to enhance both nations’ economies. He emphasized the necessity of mutually beneficial trade and expressed confidence in overcoming trade barriers through cooperation between Trade Ministers.