WNAM REPORT: Indonesia and Thailand conveyed agreement to strengthen cooperation in the halal industry through the development of regional and global value chains as part of their countries’ strategic partnership.
This was announced by President Prabowo Subianto and Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul at the State Palace in Jakarta on Monday (August 3).
“With our respective strengths in the halal industry, Indonesia and Thailand can support each other in building regional and global halal industry value chains,” Prabowo remarked.
He addressed that the collaboration is part of strengthening Indonesia and Thailand’s strategic economic partnership and implementing the two countries’ partnership roadmap.
During the bilateral meeting, the two leaders also agreed to expand investment, improve market access, and strengthen partnerships between business actors.
These efforts will be realized through the establishment of a Joint Trade Committee as a mechanism to discuss business opportunities and address trade barriers.
Prabowo said the two countries will prioritize cooperation in food security, logistics, supply chains, energy, and the digital economy.
Indonesia and Thailand also agreed to expand their partnership in connectivity and transportation, marked by the opening of direct flight routes from Jakarta to Bangkok and Denpasar to Phuket.
Besides economic cooperation, the two countries are committed to strengthening political and security cooperation.
Prabowo also expressed his appreciation to the Thai government for assisting in the repatriation of Indonesian nationals who were victims of online fraud.
“The number is quite significant, approaching 1,000 Indonesian citizens. This is truly meaningful assistance and demonstrates the close ties between Indonesia and Thailand,” Prabowo said.
PM Anutin’s official visit to Jakarta marks his first since he officially took office as Thailand’s 32nd Prime Minister in September 2025. It is also the first visit by a Thai Prime Minister in 15 years.
Besides attending a meeting with President Prabowo, he is also scheduled to deliver a speech at the ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta, discussing key themes regarding ASEAN’s future.
His visit to Jakarta takes place on August 3–4, 2026.
