Prabowo Subianto, Indonesia’s Minister of Defense, attended the 11th D-8 Summit in Egypt, where he participated in key discussions on youth investment, SMEs, and regional issues such as Palestine and Lebanon. His visit included meetings with Egyptian President El-Sisi and Pakistani Prime Minister Sharif, reflecting a commitment to strengthening diplomatic and economic ties.
Indonesia’s Minister of Defense, Prabowo Subianto, participated in the 11th D-8 Summit held in Egypt, arriving at the Presidential Palace at 11 a.m. local time. Upon his arrival, he signed the state guest book and was subsequently welcomed by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, marking a significant diplomatic engagement. Prabowo took part in a photo session with delegates from fellow D-8 member countries including Bangladesh, Iran, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Turkey.
At the summit, Prabowo is set to deliver a key address at the plenary session themed “Investing in Youth and Supporting SMEs: Shaping Tomorrow’s Economy.” Furthermore, he will contribute to discussions focused on addressing the situations in Palestine and Lebanon. These sessions are crucial for enhancing Indonesia’s diplomatic ties with its global partners.
Accompanying him were notable figures such as Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Arif Havas, and the Indonesian Ambassador to Egypt, Lutfi Rauf. Earlier, Prabowo conducted a bilateral meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Cairo, emphasizing their mutual dedication to fostering stronger bilateral relations. In addition, he met with President El-Sisi to discuss avenues for collaboration in areas such as religious cooperation, industry, technology, education, tourism, and defense.
The Developing-8 (D-8) is an organization designed to enhance economic cooperation among eight Muslim-majority countries: Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Turkey. Established in 1997, the D-8 aims to promote solidarity and development through joint projects and initiatives that can lead to mutual economic benefits. At the 11th summit, topics were focused on investment in youth and the promotion of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), pivotal for driving forward the economies of member states. The discussions also included critical regional issues such as the ongoing situations in Palestine and Lebanon, reflecting the D-8’s commitment to addressing broader socio-political challenges.
In summary, Minister Prabowo’s attendance and active participation in the D-8 Summit signify Indonesia’s commitment to strengthening diplomatic relationships and fostering economic discussions among member countries. By addressing pertinent themes such as youth investment and SME support, along with discussing critical issues in the region, Indonesia aims to enhance its role within international platforms, particularly in collaborative efforts with fellow D-8 nations to achieve collective progress.
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