Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is set to be the Chief Guest at India’s 76th Republic Day celebrations on January 26, 2025.
- This visit coincides with the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Indonesia, underscoring the deep-rooted ties between the two nations.
- His selection as the Chief Guest reflects India’s “Act East” policy, emphasizing the importance of strengthening relations with Southeast Asian nations.
- In 1950, Indonesia’s first President, Sukarno, was the Chief Guest at India’s inaugural Republic Day celebrations, marking a historical continuity in bilateral relations.