By ISPR
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Indonesia sought to strengthen their defence partnership this week as Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, met with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in Islamabad.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the high-level talks centred on mutual interests and regional security, reflecting the enduring diplomatic and military ties between the two countries. During the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to deepening defence cooperation.
President Subianto praised the professionalism of the Pakistan Armed Forces and acknowledged the country’s longstanding contributions to regional peace and stability. The discussions were described as candid and forward-looking, with a clear focus on expanding collaboration in areas such as military training, counter-terrorism operations, and overall operational readiness.
Field Marshal Asim Munir highlighted Pakistan’s history of partnership with Indonesia and underscored Islamabad’s determination to broaden ties in practical and meaningful ways. He stressed the importance of shared exercises, knowledge exchange, and capacity building, particularly in strengthening counter-terrorism capabilities and enhancing the effectiveness of both nations’ armed forces.
Officials noted that the meeting also explored opportunities for closer coordination on defence planning and strategic initiatives in the Indo-Pacific region, an area of growing geopolitical significance. Observers suggested that the talks reflected not only a mutual desire to consolidate military cooperation but also a broader effort to reinforce regional stability amid shifting security dynamics.
For Pakistan, the meeting offered an opportunity to showcase its military professionalism, while for Indonesia, it provided a chance to deepen engagement with a long-standing partner in South Asia. Both sides reportedly left the discussions with a renewed commitment to practical cooperation and a shared vision for enhanced defence collaboration.
