Jakarta, IDN Times – Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto touched down in the United States on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, marking the commencement of a high-stakes diplomatic visit. Central to his agenda is a pivotal bilateral meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, signaling a crucial moment for Indonesia-U.S. relations. The presidential aircraft, Garuda Indonesia-1, carrying the Head of State and his delegation, landed at Andrews Air Force Base in Washington D.C. at approximately 11:55 AM local time, setting the stage for significant discussions.
Upon his arrival on the tarmac, President Prabowo received a formal welcome under the aircraft steps from Dwisuryo Indroyono Soesilo, Indonesia’s Ambassador to the United States. Also present was Air Marshal E. Wisoko Aribowo, the Indonesian Defense Attaché in Washington, D.C. Representing the host nation was Maintenance Group Commander Colonel Gary Charland. Following this brief but significant reception, President Prabowo promptly departed for his hotel, where he would reside during his stay in the U.S. capital.
Beyond the initial welcome, the core of President Prabowo’s visit revolves around a vital economic diplomacy mission. Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya elaborated that the direct meeting with President Donald Trump is specifically geared towards fortifying the strategic relationship between Indonesia and the United States. Key discussions are set to encompass strategic cooperation across diverse economic sectors, alongside critical negotiations and trade agreements between the two nations. “This visit constitutes an active dimension of President Prabowo’s direct diplomacy, aimed at bolstering economic supply chains and enhancing domestic industrial productivity,” Teddy affirmed in a statement released on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
Further underscoring the breadth of his agenda, President Prabowo is also slated to participate in a Board of Peace (BoP) meeting focused on Gaza, reflecting Indonesia’s commitment to global stability. Additionally, a significant event on his schedule includes the signing of import tariff agreements initiated by Donald Trump. President Prabowo is accompanied on this important journey by Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia and Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya, forming a formidable delegation ready to advance Indonesia’s interests on the international stage.