German President Arrives in Jakarta to Discuss Investment and Energy with Prabowo

President of the Federal Republic of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier arrived in Indonesia on Monday, 15 June 2026, carrying a strategic agenda to strengthen the partnership with the administration of President Prabowo Subianto amid an increasingly dynamic global order. The aircraft carrying Steinmeier and his wife, Elke Büdenbender, landed at Halim Perdanakusuma Air Force Base in East Jakarta at approximately 09.15 Western Indonesian Time. The German head of state’s arrival was welcomed by Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin alongside diplomatic officials from both countries. After descending the aircraft steps, Steinmeier shook hands with Budi Gunadi Sadikin before greeting German Ambassador to Indonesia Ralf Beste and Indonesian Ambassador to Germany Abdul Kadir Jailani. The German President and his delegation then watched a Yapong dance performance, a traditional Betawi dance, before proceeding to the Presidential Palace in Jakarta. Steinmeier’s visit to Indonesia is a significant diplomatic agenda for both nations. President Prabowo Subianto is scheduled to receive the state visit with an official welcoming ceremony at the Presidential Palace before holding a bilateral meeting at 11.00 Western Indonesian Time. According to the Office of the Federal President of Germany, the leaders’ meeting will focus on efforts to expand strategic cooperation across various sectors, including business, energy, climate, skilled labour recruitment, and strengthening cultural relations. Beyond economic and development aspects, Indonesia and Germany will also affirm their shared commitment to upholding democracy, reinforcing the rules-based international order, and promoting multilateral cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region, which is increasingly becoming a focal point of global geopolitics. Steinmeier’s agenda in Jakarta is not solely focused on economic and political issues. The German President is also scheduled to visit the Istiqlal Mosque and the Jakarta Cathedral, which are connected by the ‘Tunnel of Friendship’. The visit serves as a symbol of Germany’s appreciation for the practice of tolerance and interfaith harmony that has long been part of Indonesia’s identity on the world stage. Following the state events, Steinmeier will also engage in discussions with academics, experts, and representatives of research institutions in Indonesia. The forum will address the role of middle powers in navigating increasingly complex geopolitical and global economic shifts.