President Prabowo's visit to Russia, confirmed by Foreign Minister Sugiono, is scheduled for this week and will focus on energy cooperation, particularly the potential for Indonesia to purchase Russian oil. Sugiono emphasized the strategic importance of oil for Indonesia, especially given the recent global supply crunch exacerbated by the conflict in the Middle East. The Indonesian government has already implemented fuel rationing measures and a work-from-home policy for civil servants to conserve energy resources.
INTERNATIONALPublished 12 Apr 2026 • Published 6h ago
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto to Meet Putin in Russia
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Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is set to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin this week to discuss oil supply and global geopolitics amid rising energy prices due to the Middle East conflict. This meeting is crucial for Indonesia, a net oil importer, as it seeks alternative sources of energy.
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