Historic Milestone Anchored by Economic Collaboration
China and Indonesia commemorated 75 years of diplomatic relations with fresh momentum in trade and cultural exchange. The arrival of Indonesia's first 200kg fresh coconut shipment in Fuzhou – a symbolic 'anniversary gift' – underscores growing agricultural cooperation. Chinese customs data reveals bilateral trade hit $148 billion in 2024, with 2025 figures already showing a 4.7% year-on-year increase.
Infrastructure Legacy and New Horizons
The Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway, Southeast Asia's first such project under the Belt and Road Initiative, stands as a key achievement. Since its 2023 launch, it has transported over 8 million passengers, slashing travel times between the cities by 75% and stimulating regional economic development. Chinese investments now span electric vehicle plants, industrial parks, and sustainable energy projects.
Bridging Cultures, Building Futures
Educational exchanges form another pillar of partnership, with thousands of Indonesian students studying in Chinese universities through scholarship programs. Spring Festival celebrations now draw crowds in Indonesian cities, while Bali and Guangzhou-Surabaya flight routes facilitate tourism growth. Indonesia targets 2 million Chinese visitors in 2025, building on visa-free policies and cultural familiarity.
In anniversary messages, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized shared development goals, stating: "As neighbors across the sea, we'll continue setting an example for South-South cooperation." Both nations pledged to deepen their comprehensive strategic partnership in technology, maritime research, and green energy.
