Strategic trade and defence talks expected as Modi meets President Prabowo

Beyond minerals and energy, the agenda includes strategic dialogues on defence collaboration and export opportunities. Sources indicate that both sides are reviewing off‑road mining equipment procurement and possible co‑development of military hardware.

Trade between the two economies has traditionally been robust, with Indonesia supplying coal and palm oil to India, while India exports pharmaceuticals, engineering goods and strategic technologies. The current dialogue aims to convert this long‑standing commercial relationship into a more comprehensive strategic partnership.