Washington DC,November 12 (AseanAll)  — The President of the Republic of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, held a bilateral meeting with the President of the United States, Joe Biden, at the White House, Washington DC, on November 12, 2024. 

The meeting was part of President Prabowo's official working visit to the United States to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries.

Prabowo arrived at the White House through the North West gate with a convoy of presidential cars. As the car entered the White House area, a line of soldiers carrying flags from the 50 states of the United States paid their respects, showing appreciation and camaraderie between the two countries. After that, the car stopped in front of the West Wing Portico, where President Prabowo got out and was greeted by the Acting Chief of Protocol of the United States, Ethan Rosenzweig.

Next, Prabowo was directed to the Roosevelt Room to sign the presidential guestbook as a mark of honor for his visit. This moment marks the initial formalities of a high-level meeting between two countries with a long history of diplomatic relations.

From the Roosevelt Room, Prabowo then headed to the Oval Office, where he was greeted in person by U.S. President Joe Biden. They both shook hands warmly before starting the conversation.

This meeting provides an opportunity for both leaders to discuss a number of strategic issues, including cooperation in various fields in a friendly and respectful atmosphere. Also present accompanying President Prabowo at the meeting were Foreign Minister Sugiono and Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya.

Meanwhile, the United States delegation present included Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs Jake Sullivan, U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Kamala Lakhdir, Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Dan Kritenbrink, and Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for East Asia and Oceania Mira Rapp-Hooper.