# Malaysia-Indonesia bilateral cooperation

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/malaysia-indonesia-bilateral-cooperation
> Updated: 2026-09-22T21:49:51.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi conducted a working visit to Indonesia to strengthen bilateral relations. Initial discussions focused on formal cooperation within the halal sector, following a previously signed Memorandum of Understanding. This included a scheduled meeting with Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka and participation in an international halal forum.

Subsequent engagements expanded the scope of bilateral ties to include cultural, spiritual, and human resource development. During a meeting in Jakarta with Ary Ginanjar Agustian, the concept of ‘spiritual diplomacy’ was introduced to maintain relations through brotherhood and shared culture. Discussions highlighted the potential for using spiritual and alumni networks to bridge diplomatic gaps and foster collaboration in the halal industry.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-22: Ahmad Zahid Hamidi visits Jakarta to discuss Indonesia-Malaysia relations

Malaysian Deputy PM Ahmad Zahid Hamidi met with ESQ Corp founder Ary Ginanjar in Jakarta to discuss strengthening Indonesia-Malaysia relations through spiritual diplomacy and cultural collaboration.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ahmad-zahid-hamidi-visits-jakarta-to-discuss-indonesia-malaysia-relations

### 2026-09-15: Malaysia Deputy PM to visit Indonesia to strengthen halal cooperation

Malaysian Deputy PM Ahmad Zahid Hamidi will visit Indonesia to meet Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka and strengthen bilateral halal industry cooperation.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/malaysia-deputy-pm-to-visit-indonesia-to-strengthen-halal-cooperation

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