Indonesia–Australia Ties: What Comes Next?
Indonesia is entering a pivotal moment in its relationship with Australia as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s recent visit signals long-term commitment to their strategic partnership amid rising regional tensions. Both countries recognize the need to deepen cooperation across a broad range of areas — including maritime security, cyber defense, humanitarian assistance, food and energy resilience — to bolster regional stability.
However, sustaining this momentum requires moving beyond symbolic gestures toward concrete policy initiatives and sustained political commitment. Indonesia must leverage Australia’s ongoing interest in Southeast Asia to shape a practical agenda for security and economic collaboration while clarifying its own strategic priorities, ensuring that the partnership is driven by shared regional goals rather than short-term domestic concerns.