Executive Brief
India and Indonesia share 2,000 years of civilisational links and are now deepening a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership focused on maritime security, trade, and countering Chinese influence in Southeast Asia.
Key Takeaways
India and Indonesia share 2,000 years of civilisational links and are now deepening a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership focused on maritime security, trade, and countering Chinese influence in Southeast Asia.
- India and Indonesia upgraded ties to Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during PM Modi's Jakarta visit in 2025
- Bilateral trade grew to $35 billion in 2025, driven by coal, palm oil, and machinery exports
- Joint military exercises (IND-INDO CORPAT, Garuda Shakti) have expanded to all three services
- India has offered $1 billion in defence credit and co-production of BrahMos missiles to Indonesia
- Indonesia's stance on the South China Sea and Myanmar crisis shapes India's ASEAN strategy
Evidence
India's Act East Policy has significantly strengthened ties with Indonesia.[1]
Verified84%Supporting Evidence
- High-level visits have increased from 2 per year (2010-14) to 8 per year (2020-25). Defence cooperation, maritime patrols, and trade have all grown substantially.
Citations
Report1
Indonesia is the most important partner for India's Indo-Pacific strategy.[1]
Moderate70%Supporting Evidence
- While Indonesia is crucial as ASEAN's largest economy and a maritime neighbour, India's Indo-Pacific strategy also prioritises Japan, Australia, Vietnam, and the US equally.
Citations
Report1
Key Numbers
$35 billionBilateral Trade (2025)Ministry of Commerce
1,20,000Indian Diaspora in IndonesiaMEA
$1.5 billion+Indian Investment in IndonesiaKBRI Jakarta
6+ per yearJoint Military ExercisesIndian Navy
Timeline
India-Indonesia Trade ($ Billion)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sources
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Evidence & Confidence Summary
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Confidence Score
Strong Evidence
1/2 claims verified
1 Verified1 Unverifiable