According to a live video streamed on the Indonesian Presidential Secretariat's YouTube channel, the honor was bestowed after the two leaders conducted a troop inspection during a welcoming ceremony for Macron.
After a French delegate pinned the honor badge on President Prabowo's left chest, Macron announced that the French Government had conferred the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour on him.
The ceremony was then continued with Macron presenting Prabowo a red sash, followed by a handshake and a photo session.
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The Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour is France's highest distinction, awarded to both military personnel and civilians.
On Thursday, President Prabowo accompanied President Macron on a visit to the Indonesian Military Academy in Magelang, where they inspected the language laboratory and military education and training.
In Magelang, the two leaders are also scheduled to visit Borobudur Temple, the largest Buddhist temple in the world.
Macron's visit to Magelang marks the end of his state visit to Indonesia, which took place from May 27 to 29, the first visit by a European Union head of state since Prabowo's inauguration as president.
Indonesia is one of the countries visited by the French leader in the Indo-Pacific, after Vietnam. After Indonesia, President Macron is scheduled to continue his tour to Singapore.
President Macron and French First Lady Brigitte were earlier received by President Prabowo at the Merdeka Palace, Jakarta, on Wednesday.
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