Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese praised Indonesia’s Free Nutritious Meals Program initiated by President Prabowo Subianto as a commendable effort in enhancing the well-being of Indonesian citizens. During their bilateral meeting at the Merdeka Palace, Albanese highlighted the significance of this program within Indonesia’s broader national development agenda. He lauded the hard work and aspirations of the Indonesian people, recognizing initiatives like the free nutritious meals program as crucial for improving the overall quality of life.
Albanese also emphasized Indonesia’s pivotal role in the Indo-Pacific region, noting its increasing influence in promoting peace, prosperity, and stability. He underscored the strategic importance of Indonesia’s rapid development not only for the region but also for Australia’s bilateral relations with the country. The leaders discussed the potential for enhancing strategic cooperation between Australia and Indonesia, with a focus on defense, trade, investment, and Indonesia’s aspirations to join international organizations like the OECD and the CPTPP.
The Australian Prime Minister emphasized the strong foundation of the partnership based on shared values, mutual respect, and a vision for inclusive regional development. He highlighted the longstanding historical ties between Australia and Indonesia, rooted in Indonesia’s fight for independence. Albanese stressed the importance of collaboration between Australians and Indonesians in working together to bolster stability, prosperity, and security in the region they both hold dear.
