Indonesia's Prabowo begins South Korea visit with state welcome

Lee was already waiting at the entrance of the Blue House when Prabowo arrived.

The two leaders exchanged greetings before attending a welcome ceremony, during which the national anthems of both countries were played.

They then inspected the honor guard at the Blue House complex.

Lee introduced members of his cabinet, followed by Prabowo presenting Minister of Foreign Affairs Sugiono, Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto, and Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia.

The Indonesian delegation also included Minister of Investment and Downstreaming Rosan Roeslani, Minister of Marine Affairs and Fisheries Sakti Wahyu Trenggono, Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Meutya Hafid, Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya, and Ambassador Cecep Herawan.

The two leaders and their delegations then proceeded inside the Blue House for official engagements.

Prabowo had arrived in Seoul on Tuesday evening after concluding his visit to Japan, where he met Emperor Naruhito and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

During his stay, the president is scheduled to carry out a series of official activities to strengthen bilateral ties and expand mutually beneficial cooperation.

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Translator: Maria C, Tegar Nurfitra