Thailand and Indonesia announce strategic partnership, vow to boost economic and defense ties
- During President Prabowo Subianto's inaugural official trip to Bangkok on May 19, 2025, Thailand and Indonesia agreed to deepen their ties by establishing a strategic level of partnership.
- The visit and partnership followed ongoing challenges in Myanmar, where a 2021 coup led to conflict, killing tens of thousands and displacing millions, prompting regional peace efforts involving Malaysia.
- Leaders agreed to enhance cooperation in trade, defense, maritime security, cybercrime crackdowns, and facilitate new air routes between Thai and Indonesian cities.
- President Subianto highlighted the need for a national dialogue that is inclusive and capable of bringing about peace and stability in Myanmar, while noting that trade between the two nations amounts to $18 billion.
- The partnership signals a shared commitment to strengthen multifaceted cooperation and push for greater ASEAN economic integration amid global uncertainties.
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Thailand and Indonesia announce strategic partnership, vow to boost economic and defense ties
Indonesia and Thailand agreed Monday to elevate their relationship to a strategic partnership, during the first state visit by an Indonesian president in 20 years, and agreed to push for greater trade and investment.
Thailand, Indonesia pledge to boost trade as strategic partners
Thailand and Indonesia pledged to boost trade and investment and cooperate on cyber scam and drug trafficking crackdowns, as Southeast Asia’s two biggest economies elevated ties to a strategic partnership.
Thailand and Indonesia Strengthen Strategic Partnership to Deepen Trade, Investment Ties
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