PM Ishiba of Japan visits Indonesia, signing deals worth $573M and boosting maritime security to counter China.

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba visited Indonesia to strengthen economic and defense ties, aiming to counter China's influence in the South China Sea. The two countries signed a $573 million loan agreement for infrastructure projects and agreed to enhance maritime security cooperation. They also discussed energy and food security, with Japan pledging support for Indonesia's development goals, including a school lunch program and industrialization of natural resources.

January 11, 2025
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