Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto will meet with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi at the D-8 Summit in Cairo on December 17-19. This meeting is significant for Indonesia’s partnership with Egypt, and Prabowo will also address the D-8 chairmanship for 2026-2027. He has plans for additional meetings with key figures and a subsequent visit to Malaysia to meet Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is set to engage in a bilateral meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi during the upcoming D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation summit, scheduled to take place in Cairo from December 17-19. President Prabowo emphasized the importance of this meeting, acknowledging Egypt’s influential role as a regional power and Indonesia’s strategic partnership in the Middle East. Furthermore, he indicated plans for informal discussions with several key figures and a subsequent visit to Malaysia for a meeting with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim after the summit concludes.
During the D-8 Summit, President Prabowo will also represent Indonesia in assuming the chairmanship of the organization for the 2026-2027 term, a responsibility that highlights Indonesia’s commitment to enhancing cooperation among member states. This transition is expected to bolster the appeal of the Global South, with President Prabowo advocating for greater collaborative efforts within the D-8 framework.
Following his departure from Halim Perdanakusuma Air Base, President Prabowo underscored the significance of Indonesia’s role in the D-8 and the opportunities that the summit presents for developing fruitful partnerships among member countries. Amidst preparations for year-end activities, the President is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping future economic collaborations within the D-8 community.
The D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation, established in 1997, comprises eight countries: Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Turkey. The organization focuses on fostering economic cooperation and development among its member nations, with an emphasis on enhancing trade, investment, and partnerships across diverse sectors. Indonesia’s presidency during the 2026-2027 period signifies its growing influence in regional and international affairs, particularly within the Global South.
In summary, President Prabowo Subianto’s upcoming meeting with President el-Sisi highlights the strategic partnership between Indonesia and Egypt, as well as Indonesia’s leadership role in the D-8 Organization. As he prepares for the summit and subsequent engagements in Malaysia, there is a clear commitment to strengthening economic cooperation and highlighting the importance of collaborative efforts among member nations of the D-8.
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