PALMOILMAGAZINE, ST. PETERSBURG – Indonesia’s Minister of Agriculture, Andi Amran Sulaiman, joined President Prabowo Subianto during his state visit to Russia from June 18–20, 2025. The visit, made at the official invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin, coincided with President Prabowo’s role as keynote speaker at the 2025 St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF).
In addition to participating in the economic forum, President Prabowo is scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting with President Putin and attend several state events, including a visit to the Russian Heroes’ Cemetery, paying tribute to the country’s historical legacy.
The Indonesian delegation also includes key ministers from the “Merah Putih” Cabinet, such as Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto, Minister of Defense Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, Coordinating Minister for Food Affairs Zulkifli Hasan, Minister of Investment Rosan Roeslani, and Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Brian Yuliarto.
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Minister Amran’s presence underscores Indonesia’s strong commitment to enhancing strategic partnerships with Russia, particularly in the agricultural and food sectors. Russia is known for its large-scale agricultural technologies and adaptability to various climate conditions, making it a valuable partner in advancing Indonesia’s agricultural development.
“Indonesia is currently experiencing a significant boost in food production, particularly in rice and corn. These achievements not only strengthen our national food security but also contribute to global food stability,” said Minister Amran in St. Petersburg on Thursday (June 19, 2025).
He highlighted the importance of collaborating with Russia on agricultural innovation and technology to address global challenges and expand export access to Eurasian and Eastern European markets.
This visit is seen as a strategic step in supporting President Prabowo’s vision of agriculture as a core pillar of national self-reliance and a driver of export-led, innovation-based economic growth. (P3)
Source: Ministry of Agriculture
