Jakarta, IDN Times – President Prabowo Subianto has embarked on his inaugural official visit as President of the Republic of Indonesia, arriving at Haneda Airport in Tokyo, Japan. The distinguished presidential aircraft, Indonesia-1, carrying President Prabowo and his delegation, touched down precisely at 19:10 local time on Sunday, March 29, 2026. A warm reception awaited him at the foot of the aircraft, led by Japan’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Iwao Horii, and Chief of State Protocol, Tadayuki Miyashita. Also present to welcome the President were Indonesia’s Ambassador to Japan, Nurmala Kartini Sjahrir, and the Indonesian Defense Attaché in Tokyo, Rear Admiral TNI Hidayaturrahman.
Prabowo to Meet Emperor Naruhito of Japan
Immediately after his arrival, President Prabowo proceeded directly to his temporary residence in Tokyo. The highlight of this landmark visit includes a scheduled state call with His Majesty Emperor Naruhito of Japan. Beyond this prestigious engagement, the Indonesian head of state is also slated to hold pivotal discussions with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, underscoring the strategic importance of this diplomatic mission.
68 Years of Indonesia-Japan Cooperation
This pivotal visit unfolds against the backdrop of 68 years of robust and comprehensive cooperation between Indonesia and Japan. A testament to enduring friendship, the bilateral relationship has flourished across numerous strategic sectors, encompassing economic development, political dialogue, and vibrant socio-cultural exchanges. In recent years, this dynamic partnership has consistently demonstrated a positive and upward trajectory, signifying deepening ties.
Fortifying the Indonesia-Japan Partnership
President Prabowo’s visit to Japan is a powerful affirmation of the deep-seated friendship that has long defined the relationship between Indonesia and Japan, forged on principles of mutual trust and respect. This high-level engagement is anticipated to unlock new avenues for mutually beneficial collaboration, driving forward shared interests and ambitions. Ultimately, the visit is poised to further fortify the already strong strategic partnership between Indonesia and Japan, ushering in an era of enhanced cooperation.
Earlier in the day, President Prabowo had embarked on his journey from Halim Perdanakusuma Air Force Base in Jakarta, departing at 10:35 WIB. A notable delegation accompanied the Head of State on his flight to Tokyo, comprising esteemed officials such as Foreign Minister Sugiono, Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia, and Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya, highlighting the comprehensive nature of the diplomatic mission.
Summary
President Prabowo Subianto arrived in Tokyo, Japan, on March 29, 2026, for his inaugural official visit as President of Indonesia. He was welcomed at Haneda Airport by Japanese and Indonesian officials. During his trip, President Prabowo is scheduled to have a state call with Emperor Naruhito of Japan and hold pivotal discussions with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. He was accompanied by a delegation including the Foreign Minister and other key officials.
This significant visit takes place amid 68 years of robust Indonesia-Japan cooperation across various strategic sectors. The bilateral relationship has consistently shown a positive trajectory, deepening ties between the two nations. President Prabowo’s engagement aims to affirm this long-standing friendship, unlock new avenues for collaboration, and further fortify their strong strategic partnership.