Meeting with Foreign Minister Sugiono, This Country Openly Expresses Desire to Learn from Indonesia
Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - Madagascar has openly expressed its interest in strengthening bilateral relations and learning from Indonesia. This was conveyed directly by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Madagascar, Alice N’diaye, during a meeting with Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono in Jakarta on Wednesday (3/6/2026).
Madagascar believes that Indonesia has valuable diplomatic and economic experience as a fellow Global South country. Concrete support from Jakarta is considered capable of boosting Madagascar’s visibility on the international economic stage.
“In this regard, Indonesia’s experience and diplomatic support will be a valuable asset in enhancing Madagascar’s visibility,” said Foreign Minister Alice N’diaye.
This seriousness is demonstrated by Madagascar’s plan to open a new diplomatic mission or embassy in Jakarta in the near future. The physical presence of this representation is believed to facilitate Madagascar’s access to the ASEAN and Asia-Pacific markets.
On the other hand, Indonesia is also taking advantage of this momentum to target the African market more aggressively by strengthening partnerships with regional bodies there. Foreign Minister Sugiono explained that Indonesia wants to expand its economic involvement in the region.
“Indonesia is committed to deepening its involvement with Africa through stronger partnerships with African regional bodies,” said Foreign Minister Sugiono.
In addition to the diplomatic sector, the two countries are also actively discussing concrete collaboration related to food and energy security. The exchange of technology in the field of clean energy is one of the priorities that will be expedited in the near future.
This strategic meeting is expected to be a catalyst that accelerates investment cooperation in various productive sectors. Both countries are optimistic that this partnership will bring tangible benefits to the welfare of their respective societies.