President Prabowo Subianto recently met with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta to discuss the new five-year business visa policy for Indonesians and enhanced educational cooperation between the two countries. This bilateral meeting signals a significant milestone in strengthening the relationship between Indonesia and Australia.
The extended validity of business visas and student visa offers from Australia demonstrates a shared commitment to streamlining processes and enhancing mobility for Indonesian students studying in Australia. President Prabowo highlighted the importance of continued collaboration, especially in the face of global uncertainties, and pointed out the positive impacts already observed in education, trade, technology, and security sectors.
The strong partnership between Indonesia and Australia, bolstered by strong people-to-people connections, paves the way for further cooperation in essential areas that contribute to human development and regional stability. President Prabowo’s remarks underscore Indonesia’s dedication to fostering closer ties with Australia, with a focus on education and mobility playing a pivotal role in this mutual vision.
