Indonesian President Prabowo Visits US

Prabowo Subianto travels to Washington D.C. for high-level meetings

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and his entourage departed from Jakarta's Halim Perdanakusuma Air Force Base on Monday for a working visit to Washington D.C., the capital of the United States. The visit is part of a strategic diplomatic trip to meet with U.S. government officials.

Why it matters

As the leader of the world's fourth most populous country, Prabowo's visit to the U.S. is an important diplomatic engagement that could impact geopolitical and economic relations between the two countries. Indonesia is a key emerging market and strategic partner in the Indo-Pacific region.

The details

The visit is part of Prabowo's efforts to strengthen bilateral ties between Indonesia and the United States. During his time in Washington D.C., the Indonesian president is expected to meet with senior U.S. government officials to discuss a range of issues, including trade, investment, and regional security.

  • Prabowo and his entourage departed Jakarta on Monday, February 17, 2026.

The players

Prabowo Subianto

The current President of Indonesia, leading the country since his election in 2024.

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What’s next

The specific details of Prabowo's meetings and discussions in Washington D.C. are not yet known, but the outcomes of this visit could shape the future of Indonesia-U.S. relations.

The takeaway

As a major emerging economy and geopolitical player in the Indo-Pacific, Indonesia's engagement with the United States is crucial. This visit by President Prabowo represents an important diplomatic opportunity to strengthen ties between the two countries on a range of strategic issues.