Summary

Russian security chief Sergei Shoigu met with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin to strengthen defense and security ties.

Indonesia, historically neutral, is deepening cooperation with Russia, holding joint naval drills and maintaining a $1.1 billion fighter jet deal despite U.S. sanctions threats.

Shoigu’s visit follows Indonesia’s recent entry into BRICS and is part of a broader Asian tour.