Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrived at Air Force Station Palam in New Delhi, India, on Friday night, September 11, 2026, to attend the 18th BRICS Summit, according to the official state portal setneg.go.id. His presence at the summit marks Indonesia’s official participation as a full member, signaling a strategic push to expand the country’s footprint in multilateral diplomacy and push for a more inclusive global economy.
Arrival and Official Reception in New Delhi
According to reports from setneg.go.id, President Prabowo touched down at 22.00 local time. Indian and Indonesian officials greeted him on the tarmac, including India’s Minister of State for Coal and Mines Shri Satish Chandra Dubey and Additional Secretary for South the Ministry of External Affairs Prashant Agrawal. Other welcoming officials included the Chargé d’Affaires ad interim (KUAI) of the Indonesian Embassy in New Delhi Yudho Sasongko, Indonesian Defense Attaché to India Marine Brigadier General Burhanudin, and AFS Palam Station Commander Brigadier Rishabh Mittal.
Underneath the aircraft stairs, guards rendered a military honor salute while performers staged traditional Indian cultural dances, as detailed by setneg.go.id.
Delegation and Travel Details
President Prabowo departed for India alongside a limited delegation from Halim Perdanakusuma Air Force Base in Jakarta on Friday afternoon at 17.00 Western Indonesia Time (WIB), according to setneg.go.id. Key ministers accompanying the head of state include:
- Minister of Foreign Affairs Sugiono
- Minister of Investment and Downstream Industry Rosan Roeslani
- Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Brian Yuliarto
- Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya
Strategic Agenda at the 18th BRICS Summit
The 18th BRICS Summit runs from September 12 to 13, 2026. According to setneg.go.id, leaders from member nations are addressing critical developmental issues, focusing heavily on food security, energy collaboration, development financing, and international trade expansion. By participating as a full member, Indonesia aims to champion the collective interests of developing economies within major global financial frameworks.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did President Prabowo arrive in India?
According to setneg.go.id, President Prabowo arrived at Air Force Station Palam in New Delhi on Friday, September 11, 2026, at 22.00 local time.
What is the main purpose of the trip?
Which officials traveled with the Indonesian President?
The presidential entourage includes Foreign Minister Sugiono, Investment and Downstream Industry Minister Rosan Roeslani, Higher Education, Science, and Technology Minister Brian Yuliarto, and Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya.
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