During the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) Shangri-La Dialogue 2024 in Singapore, Indonesian Defense Minister and President-elect Prabowo Subianto met with Timor Leste President Jose Manuel Ramos Horta. The two leaders warmly embraced and had a chat as they walked to the dinner table on Friday (31/5).
Prabowo, dressed in a black suit, was seen laughing and patting Horta on the shoulder. The atmosphere of their discussion was warm and friendly. In a Q&A session, Prabowo mentioned how Indonesia, despite past conflicts with Timor Leste, has now become good friends.
He expressed his willingness to visit Timor Leste after being invited by Ramos Horta, highlighting the progress in relations between the two countries. Prabowo also mentioned the efforts to resolve tensions with other neighboring countries like Malaysia and Singapore, emphasizing the importance of peaceful resolutions.
The dialogue between Prabowo and Ramos Horta reflects the positive developments in Indonesia’s relationships with its neighboring countries and the potential for future collaborations.