Indonesia and India explore nuclear energy technology exchange
Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed cooperation in nuclear energy technology exchange during Modi's visit to Jakarta.
- Both leaders agreed to strengthen energy security cooperation, particularly amid global energy market volatility due to the Middle East conflict.
- The discussions also covered collaboration in solar power projects, health sector capacity building, and regional/global issues, including peace in the Middle East and the Indo-Pacific.
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi explored avenues for cooperation in nuclear energy technology exchange during Modi's visit to Jakarta on Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
The leaders emphasized the importance of bolstering energy security cooperation between Indonesia and India, especially in light of the ongoing volatility in global energy markets exacerbated by the conflict in the Middle East. Their discussions encompassed potential collaborations on solar power projects and the exchange of technology and expertise in nuclear technology.
Beyond energy, President Prabowo and Prime Minister Modi committed to deepening their partnership in the health sector. Prabowo expressed hope that this collaboration would create more opportunities for capacity building among doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in both nations.
Also, the exchange of technology and capacity in the field of nuclear technology.
The two leaders also engaged in a comprehensive exchange of views on various regional and global issues. They reaffirmed their mutual support for initiatives promoting world peace and stability, advocating for the voices of the Global South to be heard. Both nations also stressed their commitment to dialogue, diplomacy, and international law as means for peaceful conflict resolution, particularly in the Middle East.
In the Indo-Pacific region, Indonesia and India are dedicated to fostering an environment that is free, open, transparent, and grounded in international law, while upholding ASEAN's centrality. Prabowo noted that as two of the world's largest democracies, their cooperation is poised to bring significant benefits to the region. Prime Minister Modi also mentioned discussions on the Palestinian issue, expressing support for a two-state solution and lasting peace.
We support the two-state solution and lasting long-term peace.
Originally published by Tempo in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.