Islamabad, July 16, 2025 – The Europe Today: Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif met on Tuesday with visiting Indonesian Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin to discuss ways to enhance bilateral defense cooperation and expand broader strategic ties between the two nations.
According to media reports, the meeting underscored the mutual desire to deepen the longstanding partnership between Pakistan and Indonesia. Prime Minister Sharif reiterated Pakistan’s strong commitment to strengthening trade and investment relations with Indonesia, highlighting the potential for growth in various economic sectors.
Minister Sjamsoeddin, in turn, affirmed Indonesia’s intent to reinforce defense cooperation with Pakistan. He expressed interest in exploring new avenues of collaboration, particularly in defense production and technology exchange.
Both sides agreed to maintain high-level dialogue and pursue joint initiatives that contribute to regional stability, security, and shared development goals. The visit reflects the growing strategic importance of Pakistan-Indonesia relations and the shared vision of enhanced cooperation across defense, economic, and industrial sectors.