President of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, warmly welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron at the Indonesian Military Academy (Akmil) in Magelang during a symbolic diplomatic moment. The two leaders arrived together at the academy after sharing a helicopter ride from Yogyakarta International Airport, both wearing matching white shirts as they headed towards a Maung tactical vehicle. President Prabowo took the wheel with President Macron seated beside him, showcasing their camaraderie and mutual respect. The visit, complete with full military honors such as Honor Guards, Mounted Cavalry, and local students waving flags, was a highlight of Macron’s official state trip to Indonesia. Prabowo personally extended the invitation to Macron to observe cadet education and training at the academy, underscoring the significance of enhancing bilateral defense cooperation. This visit was designed to further strengthen the relationship between Indonesia and France, with a focus on defense capabilities and human resource development in the military sector.
Pesona Kunjungan Prabowo Macron ke Akademi Militer Indonesia
