Indonesia and Australia are on the verge of finalizing a bilateral defense treaty, announced by President Prabowo Subianto and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during the Indonesian leader’s first state visit to Australia.
Albanese stated he hopes to formally sign the treaty during a visit to Indonesia in January, marking a milestone in strengthening security cooperation between the two neighboring countries.
The treaty will require both nations to regularly consult at leader and ministerial levels on security matters, coordinate mutually beneficial defense activities, and address potential threats either individually or jointly.
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Prabowo emphasized the significance of the agreement, calling it an important treaty that reinforces the principle of neighbors supporting each other in times of emergency and shared security challenges.
The pact is expected to enhance regional stability, foster closer military collaboration, and create mechanisms for both countries to respond swiftly to security risks in the Indo-Pacific region.
Officials from both sides noted that the agreement reflects deepening strategic ties and mutual trust, while further consultations and technical arrangements will continue ahead of the formal signing next year.