Malaysian PM to Meet Prabowo This Afternoon, Traffic Engineering on Halim-Palace Route
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will meet President Prabowo Subianto today. Police will implement situational traffic engineering as the entourage passes through.
“Similar to other VVIP security measures. Closures will only occur when the official procession passes,” said the Head of Traffic Directorate of Metro Jaya Police, Senior Commissioner Komarudin, to reporters on Friday (27/3/2026).
Komarudin stated that the traffic engineering is scheduled for 3:30 PM Western Indonesia Time this afternoon. Police will be on standby along the routes taken by the entourage and ensure smooth traffic flow.
Based on information from the Metro Jaya Police TMC, the following are the escort routes and temporary traffic arrangements on protocol roads as the state guest, Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim, passes:
Halim Perdanakusuma Road
MT Haryono Road
Gatot Subroto Road
Sudirman Road
MH Thamrin Road
Medan Merdeka Barat Road
The visit plan was announced by the Malaysian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on its official website, as reported on Thursday (26/3). The two leaders will focus on discussing the impact of the crisis stemming from the ongoing escalation of the war between the US-Israel and Iran.
“Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim will undertake a Special Visit to Jakarta, Republic of Indonesia, on 27 March 2026 at the invitation of the President of the Republic of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto,” the statement read.
“This visit will focus on recent geopolitical developments, particularly the conflict in West Asia, and its impact on regional stability and the global economy, including implications for Malaysia and Indonesia,” it said.
The two national leaders are said to require comprehensive, careful, and coordinated discussions to align positions and strengthen strategic cooperation in addressing the crisis situation.
“The two leaders are expected to intensify diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions and ensure the continuity of vital global trade routes and supply chains essential for the well-being of their peoples,” it said.
This meeting is also expected to highlight the importance of strengthening ASEAN’s role as a united and principled bloc. Thus, the region is hoped to act collectively in maintaining peace, preserving regional stability, and safeguarding economic resilience amid global uncertainties.