Indonesia and Saudi Arabia have expressed their shared concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza resulting from the Israeli military offensive. This issue was a focal point during the official meeting between Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud (MBS) as part of Prabowo’s state visit to the Kingdom. Both countries have affirmed their commitment to enhancing coordination in delivering emergency aid and broader humanitarian assistance to the people in Gaza.
The joint statement released by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) underscored the determination of both nations to provide ongoing humanitarian aid and support for recovery efforts in response to the Israeli aggression. Along with discussing the Gaza situation, Saudi Arabia and Indonesia also underscored their joint efforts to strengthen cooperation in upholding international stability and security. They pledged to collaborate towards fostering regional peace and bolstering global resilience.
Conducted in a friendly and warm environment at Al-Salam Palace, the meeting highlighted the strong strategic bond between the two nations. Images shared by SPA depicted President Prabowo and Crown Prince MBS engaging in discussions, set against the backdrop of Indonesian and Saudi Arabian flags. This commitment exemplifies Indonesia’s unwavering foreign policy of backing the Palestinian cause and actively participating in humanitarian diplomacy on a global scale.