Nigeria and Indonesia have taken a significant step towards strengthening bilateral relations, as the Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to Nigeria, Bambang Suharto, paid a courtesy visit to the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning to further discussions on economic cooperation, institutional partnerships, and sustainable development.
The high-level meeting was chaired by the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Bagudu, alongside the Minister of State, Doris Uzoka-Anite, and the Permanent Secretary, Deborah Odoh, with senior officials from both countries present.
Welcoming the delegation, the Permanent Secretary described the visit as a reflection of the enduring partnership between Nigeria and Indonesia, anchored in mutual respect and shared aspirations for inclusive growth within the Global South.
She noted that Indonesia’s achievements in governance, economic diversification, and public sector innovation offer valuable lessons for Nigeria, adding that the visit provides a timely platform to strengthen institutional collaboration and explore practical development solutions.
In his remarks, Ambassador Suharto expressed gratitude for the warm reception and reaffirmed Indonesia’s dedication to enhancing its longstanding relations with Nigeria. He highlighted key areas of cooperation, including trade and investment, budget management, economic diversification, and capacity building.
