Overview
- Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrived in Moscow on December 10 for a working visit with talks expected with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
- The Kremlin says the agenda includes advancing the Russia–Indonesia strategic partnership and discussing current international and regional issues.
- Presidential aide Yuri Ushakov framed the meeting as a "synchronization of watches" in light of deepening cooperation and evolving regional dynamics.
- Russia’s Industry and Trade Ministry reports bilateral trade rose nearly 18% in the first ten months of 2025, alongside steps enabling halal-certified Russian livestock exports to Indonesia.
- The Russian cabinet recently approved a free-trade agreement between Indonesia and the Eurasian Economic Union, complementing collaboration through BRICS after Indonesia’s 2025 accession.