China and Indonesia reaffirmed their commitment to deepening strategic ties during high-level talks in Beijing, pledging to boost collaboration in infrastructure, trade, and technology. The discussions, led by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono, marked the First Ministerial Meeting of the China-Indonesia Joint Foreign and Defense Ministerial Dialogue, hailed as a milestone in cross-sector cooperation.
Wang emphasized aligning China's modernization drive with Indonesia's 'Golden Indonesia 2045' vision, highlighting flagship projects like the Jakarta-Bandung High-Speed Railway and the 'Two Countries, Two Parks' industrial initiative. Both nations aim to expand partnerships in digital economies, green energy, and maritime development while strengthening regional supply chains.
The talks coincided with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations, with Wang underscoring shared priorities as 'Global South' leaders. 'China and Indonesia are defenders of economic globalization,' he said, referencing challenges posed by global trade tensions. Indonesia's Sugiono noted China's role as its largest trading partner, emphasizing collaboration in agriculture, clean energy, and cultural exchanges.
Key outcomes included agreements on food security, disaster resilience, and WTO-centered trade frameworks. Analysts suggest the partnership signals Asia's growing influence in shaping sustainable development models amid geopolitical shifts.
