In a post on the Instagram account @presidenrepublikindonesia, cited on Thursday, the president hosted the Chinese general for dinner and exchanged views on strengthening defense posture through technological development.
The caption described the meeting as a reflection of the commitment shared by Indonesia and China to deepen strategic cooperation and advance militarily on the global stage, including through technology transfers.
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Photos uploaded to the account show the meeting took place in a warm, cordial atmosphere.
The Indonesian president wore a blue and golden batik shirt, while the Chinese envoy donned a similar batik in blue and purple.
Prabowo and Xu exchanged salutes as the president welcomed the general on the terrace of his residence.
The Indonesian leader also presented a traditional dagger, keris, to his distinguished guest.
Indonesian Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin and Chinese Ambassador to Indonesia Wang Lutong were also present at the meeting.
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Editor: M Razi Rahman
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