Strengthened Ties: China and Indonesia Unite on Energy and Tourism

China and Indonesia have pledged to enhance their cooperation in sectors such as new energy, tourism, and key minerals, according to a joint statement from leaders Xi Jinping and Prabowo Subianto. Collaboration will focus on lithium, green energy, and tourism, as well as securing mineral supply chains.

China and Indonesia have announced plans to deepen their collaboration in crucial sectors like lithium, new energy vehicles, and tourism, according to a joint declaration released after a meeting between China's President Xi Jinping and Indonesia's counter-leader Prabowo Subianto.

The agreement signifies Jakarta's strategic move to strengthen ties with Beijing, marking China as Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto’s first international destination since assuming office in February.

Key outcomes include signing agreements on new energy vehicles, lithium batteries, and digital economic cooperation, aimed at advancing global energy transitions and securing mineral supply chains. The countries also outlined initiatives for boosting post-pandemic tourism through enhanced visa policies and more direct flight options.

(With inputs from agencies.)