# Russia-Indonesia diplomatic and economic relations > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/russia-indonesia-diplomatic-and-economic-relations > Updated: 2026-09-11T09:15:24.000Z. Sources: 37. Developments: 6. Diplomatic and economic relations between Russia and Indonesia have shown significant strengthening. In August 2026, Russian President Vladimir Putin praised the bilateral relationship as developing “very successfully” in a message to Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. Following this, President Prabowo traveled to Vladivostok for the 11th Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) from September 1–4, 2026. During the forum, the two leaders discussed expanding cooperation across sectors including agriculture, shipbuilding, digital technology, trade, energy, nuclear technology, maritime cooperation, and space technology. President Prabowo emphasized economic connectivity, stating, “The Pacific Ocean does not separate us. The Pacific Ocean connects us. It is not a wall between us. It must be a highway between our two economies.” He proposed establishing direct shipping and flight routes to improve logistics and urged a transition from personal trust to institutional cooperation supported by reliable payment systems. Key economic initiatives include investments in mineral resources and fertilizer. Specifically, state-owned Pupuk Indonesia signed a memorandum of understanding to conduct a joint study regarding a potential urea fertilizer plant in Vladivostok. In the maritime sector, President Putin proposed cooperation involving advanced fishing vessels exceeding 102 meters in length. Furthermore, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia announced that licensing for the Russian company Rusal to develop a bauxite downstreaming project in Kalimantan is nearing completion. Indonesia has also commenced the second phase of crude oil imports from Russia to diversify energy sources. Following the forum, Indonesian officials addressed misinformation regarding the trip. Muhammad Qodari, Head of the Government Communications Agency, stated the visit aligns with Indonesia’s “free and active” foreign policy. Meanwhile, members of the Indonesian House of Representatives called for investigations into viral hoaxes, including false claims regarding President Putin’s interactions with Prabowo and the conduct of Foreign Minister Sugiono. ## Claims - President Prabowo departed for Vladivostok, Russia, on September 1, 2026. (disputed by 9 sources) - President Prabowo arrived at Vladivostok International Airport on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 10:45 local time. (disputed by 4 sources) - Prabowo Subianto attended the 11th Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) in Vladivostok, Russia. (corroborated by 19 sources) - President Vladimir Putin identified Indonesia as a key partner for Russia in the Asia-Pacific region. (corroborated by 16 sources) - President Prabowo Subianto described the Pacific Ocean as a connection for economies rather than a barrier. (corroborated by 15 sources) - Prabowo proposed establishing direct shipping and flight routes between Indonesia and Russia. (corroborated by 14 sources) - The 11th Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) is being held at Far Eastern Federal University (FEFU) from September 1-4, 2026. (corroborated by 12 sources) - President Putin invited President Prabowo to serve as the guest of honor at the EEF. (corroborated by 11 sources) - This is the second time President Prabowo has been a guest of honor at a Russian international economic forum, following the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) last year. (corroborated by 8 sources) - Trade volume between Russia and Indonesia increased by 12 percent last year. (corroborated by 6 sources) - Indonesia is exploring investment in a urea fertilizer plant in Vladivostok through Pupuk Indonesia. (corroborated by 4 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-11: Indonesia advances energy and mining partnerships with Russia Indonesia is finalizing plans for Rusal to build a bauxite-to-alumina facility in Kalimantan and has begun the second phase of crude oil imports from Russia to bolster energy security. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-advances-energy-and-mining-partnerships-with-russia ### 2026-09-08: Prabowo Subianto's Russia visit sparks misinformation concerns Indonesian officials defend President Prabowo’s visit to Russia’s Eastern Economic Forum as a strategic move for national interest, while lawmakers urge police to crack down on viral misinformation. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prabowo-subiantos-russia-visit-sparks-misinformation-concerns ### 2026-09-07: Prabowo Subianto seeks direct Indonesia-Russia connectivity and strategic investments President Prabowo Subianto is pushing for direct sea and air connectivity between Indonesia and Russia, alongside new investments in urea production and advanced fishing vessels. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prabowo-subianto-seeks-direct-indonesia-russia-connectivity-and-strategic-investments ### 2026-09-04: Indonesia and Russia strengthen strategic ties at Eastern Economic Forum At the 11th Eastern Economic Forum, Presidents Prabowo and Putin discussed expanding Indonesia-Russia cooperation in energy, agriculture, and defense, while pushing for EAEU trade agreement ratification. 23 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/president-prabowo-invites-russian-investment-and-proposes-direct-shipping-routes ### 2026-09-01: Prabowo Subianto meets Vladimir Putin at Eastern Economic Forum President Prabowo Subianto attended the 11th Eastern Economic Forum in Russia, meeting President Putin to discuss expanding trade, energy, and maritime cooperation while reaffirming Indonesia's non-aligned's's' 28 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prabowo-subianto-attends-11th-eastern-economic-forum-in-russia ### 2026-08-17: Vladimir Putin praises successful development of Russia-Indonesia relations Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Indonesia's Independence Day, praising the successful development of bilateral ties and cooperation within BRICS. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vladimir-putin-praises-successful-development-of-russia-indonesia-relations --- Cite as: Russia-Indonesia diplomatic and economic relations. 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