AHY Leads Bilateral Consultations, Indonesia and Russia Agree to Strengthen Maritime Cooperation
In his opening remarks, AHY emphasised that the relationship between Indonesia and Russia is evolving towards an increasingly strategic partnership, following the signing of the Declaration of Strategic Partnership by President Prabowo Subianto and President Vladimir Putin in June 2025.
“The relationship between our two countries is no longer solely based on political and diplomatic ties, but is moving towards a more concrete strategic partnership in economic development, connectivity, technology, and regional resilience,” stated Coordinating Minister AHY in a statement on Wednesday (3/6/2026).
The meeting, held in Moscow on Monday (1/6), serves as a continuation of the Indonesia-Russia dialogue that commenced in Jakarta in November 2025, which produced several strategic agreements. Both nations agreed to strengthen cooperation in the shipbuilding sector, maritime connectivity, logistics, human resource development, and the sustainable management of marine and fishery resources.
AHY explained that as an archipelagic nation with over 17,000 islands, Indonesia requires an integrated and sustainable connectivity system. In this context, Russia’s experience in transport, logistics, infrastructure, and maritime technology is seen as a way to support Indonesia’s national development agenda.
“Developing connectivity cannot rely on a single mode of transport. A balance and collaboration between modes is required to strengthen equitable development while reducing national logistics costs,” said AHY.
During the consultation, both countries discussed various priority cooperation opportunities, ranging from increasing sea freight capacity, scientific and technical cooperation in the maritime field, and sustainable port development, to shipbuilding industry development, maritime human resource education and training, and the sustainable management of marine and fishery resources.
AHY noted that Indonesia and Russia share similar characteristics as large maritime nations with vast potential for long-term cooperation.
“Indonesia and Russia are both blessed with extraordinary geography. This geographical wealth is not just a heritage, but also a responsibility and an opportunity to build a shared future through a sustainable maritime economy,” said AHY.
As a follow-up, Indonesia and Russia agreed to establish three strategic working groups. The first group will focus on the development of the shipbuilding industry and sustainable ports. The second group will handle the sustainable development of marine and fishery resources. The third group will focus on human resource development, research, and training.
AHY stated that the formation of these working groups is essential to ensure all cooperation agendas are directed, measurable, and provide tangible benefits for both nations.
“Indonesia arrives with a spirit of equal partnership. We are ready to move forward with Russia towards a maritime future that is stronger, greener, and more prosperous for both nations,” AHY asserted.
On this occasion, AHY also presented developments on several concrete cooperation projects that are follow-ups to previous bilateral consultations. One such project is the cooperation between PT PAL Indonesia and Rosatom regarding the development of a Floating Nuclear Power Plant (FNPP). This collaboration has entered its initial stage following the signing of a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) in April 2026 and will proceed to the drafting of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
Furthermore, discussions regarding shipbuilding cooperation between PT PAL Indonesia and Ak Bars Shipbuilding Corporation are ongoing. In the port sector, PT Pelindo is following up on cooperation with CIFREX for the development of high-speed vessels.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Industry, together with the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is coordinating plans to send skilled workers from the shipbuilding sector to Russia as part of the strengthening of human resource cooperation.
Concluding the meeting, AHY emphasised that Indonesia-Russia maritime cooperation has moved from the stage of commitment to real implementation, which is expected to strengthen connectivity, increase industrial competitiveness, and drive economic growth for both countries.
“Every great achievement is born from a first step. The key to the success of this cooperation lies in the active role of both parties. Therefore, let us move forward together with a bold vision, measurable work, and real results,” concluded AHY.