PERU, RAKYAT NEWS – Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has arrived in Lima, Peru, to attend the 2024 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders’ Summit. The president landed at Jorge Chavez International Airport on November 13, 2024, at 10:35 PM local time.

His arrival marks the beginning of an important diplomatic mission as Indonesia strengthens its ties with the APEC member economies.

Upon landing, President Prabowo was welcomed by several key figures, including Peruvian Minister of Agriculture Angel Manuel Manero Campos, Indonesian Ambassador to Peru Ricky Suhendar, and General Julio Cesar Gutiérrez Gonzales, the Commander of Peru’s Air Force. The president was also met by the Vice Head of the Protocol Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Sandra Pinto La Fuente, alongside an honor guard.

Following his arrival, President Prabowo was escorted to a motorcade that took him directly to his accommodation for the duration of his stay in Peru. The visit to Peru is a critical part of Indonesia’s diplomatic engagement with the Asia-Pacific region, particularly as the country seeks to play a more influential role in shaping the economic and political landscape of the region.

During his visit, President Prabowo is scheduled to participate in the APEC Summit, which will take place on November 14-15, 2024. The APEC Summit is an annual forum where leaders from 21 Asia-Pacific countries discuss key issues related to trade, economic cooperation, and regional security. Indonesia’s participation in this high-profile event underscores its commitment to fostering stronger economic ties within the APEC community.

In addition to attending the summit, President Prabowo will also hold bilateral meetings with a number of foreign leaders on the sidelines of the APEC gathering. These meetings are expected to focus on enhancing trade relations, boosting investments, and discussing broader geopolitical and economic issues affecting the region.

This visit to Peru is part of a broader 16-day overseas tour by President Prabowo, which began on November 8, 2024. Prior to arriving in Peru, the president made stops in China and the United States, where he met with leaders from both countries to discuss areas of mutual interest, including trade, defense, and regional stability.

After completing his engagements at the APEC Summit, President Prabowo will travel to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to attend the G20 Summit, which will take place from November 18-19, 2024. The G20 Summit is another crucial forum where global leaders will discuss the future of the world economy, climate change, and international cooperation in tackling global challenges.

President Prabowo’s diplomatic tour will also include a visit to the United Kingdom. During his stop, he is expected to meet with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and King Charles. These meetings will focus on enhancing bilateral ties between Indonesia and the United Kingdom, particularly in trade, investment, and defense.

Before returning to Indonesia, President Prabowo may make a brief stopover in several Middle Eastern countries as part of his ongoing diplomatic outreach. His visits are part of Indonesia’s broader efforts to strengthen its global partnerships and position itself as a key player in regional and international diplomacy. (Uki Ruknuddin)