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Global tensions and Indonesia’s developing relationship with China and Russia will likely be on the agenda as Anthony Albanese makes his first overseas trip of his second term.
The prime minister will travel to Jakarta on Wednesday, where he will meet with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto.

Prabowo released a video of his conversation with Albanese after his thumping election win, saying he was “so happy” to see him win another term.

What’s on the diplomatic agenda?

Indonesia’s developing relationship with both Russia and China will likely be on the agenda, with the country establishing some of its first naval exercises with Russia in 2024.
Trade and investment are topics likely to feature in discussions with the two countries keen to expand trade agreements in the wake of global economic uncertainty.

In a letter to Albanese, Human Rights Watch also urged Australia to make the ongoing crisis in Myanmar a focus of its discussions with Prabowo.

What has Albanese said about the visit?

“Indonesia, right to our north, holds a position of utmost importance for us. Our economic ties with them are critical. They are on the path to becoming the fourth-largest economy globally… [The visit is] a testament to the high value we assign to this region,” remarked Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on ABC’s 7:30.

What’s the significance of the Australia-Indonesia relationship?

The prime minister told the Indonesian president he wanted Jakarta to be his first visit, not Washington or Beijing.
The visit to Indonesia continues a legacy set up by the Howard government, which was symbolic in projecting Australia’s identity as being close to Asia.

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