Indonesia’s Minister of Defense, Prabowo Subianto, attended the D-8 Summit in Egypt, where he engaged with leaders from member countries, emphasizing the importance of youth investment and SMEs. He held bilateral meetings with the Pakistani Prime Minister and Egyptian President El-Sisi to discuss cooperation in various sectors, aiming to strengthen Indonesia’s diplomatic relations.
Prabowo Subianto, Indonesia’s Minister of Defense, attended the D-8 Summit in Egypt, arriving at the Presidential Palace around 11 a.m. local time. Upon arrival, he registered as a state guest and proceeded to the Presidential Hall, where he was greeted by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. Following the formal introduction, Minister Prabowo participated in a photo session with delegates from D-8 countries, including Bangladesh, Iran, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Turkey.
At the summit’s plenary session, Minister Prabowo will address the theme “Investing in Youth and Supporting SMEs: Shaping Tomorrow’s Economy.” He is also slated to contribute to discussions on the situations in Palestine and Lebanon, emphasizing the importance of strengthening Indonesia’s diplomatic relations with partner nations. Accompanying him at the summit were Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Arif Havas, and Indonesian Ambassador to Egypt Lutfi Rauf.
On the preceding day, Minister Prabowo conducted a bilateral meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif at the St. Regis New Capital hotel in Cairo, underscoring both leaders’ dedication to enhancing bilateral relations. Additionally, Minister Prabowo engaged in discussions with President El-Sisi focusing on collaboration in various sectors such as religion, industry, technology, education, tourism, and defense.
The D-8 Summit, comprising countries with significant Muslim populations, aims to foster economic cooperation and solidarity among its member states. This year’s summit emphasizes investment in youth and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), reflecting a common goal to stimulate economic growth and development in the region. The situations in Palestine and Lebanon are also critical topics, indicating a broader diplomatic agenda aimed at addressing regional challenges.
In conclusion, Minister Prabowo Subianto’s participation in the D-8 Summit in Egypt highlights Indonesia’s commitment to enhancing international relations and promoting economic cooperation among member states. His engagements with other leaders and focus on critical socio-economic themes demonstrate sincere efforts to address pertinent regional issues while strengthening Indonesia’s diplomatic ties.
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