Indonesian President: South Korean leader asked for help mediating North Korea talks

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto revealed that South Korean President Lee Jae-myung asked him to play a role in mediating dialogue with North Korea. Prabowo stated that he responded affirmatively to the request, expressing his readiness to visit Pyongyang if an official invitation is extended.

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The South Korean president asked me if I could open a dialogue with North Korea in some form.

"The South Korean president asked me if I could open a dialogue with North Korea in some form," Prabowo told reporters in Jakarta. He added, "I responded with respect and willingness, 'I will do so.' If I receive an official request to go to North Korea, I will go."

Prabowo highlighted Indonesia's long-standing foreign policy of non-interference in other countries' internal affairs, which he believes allows for constructive relations with all parties. He reaffirmed Indonesia's commitment to its non-aligned diplomatic stance, which excludes participation in military alliances and prioritizes peaceful conflict resolution through dialogue.

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I responded with respect and willingness, 'I will do so.' If I receive an official request to go to North Korea, I will go.

The Indonesian president's remarks followed his state visit to South Korea on April 1, where he and President Lee met and agreed to elevate their nations' relationship to a "special comprehensive strategic partnership." During the summit, both leaders pledged to continue cooperation for peace and shared growth on the Korean Peninsula. Indonesia has maintained diplomatic relations with both South Korea since 1973 and North Korea since 1964.

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Indonesia's long-standing foreign policy of non-interference in other countries' internal affairs, which he believes allows for constructive relations with all parties.