RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta – Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Bahlil Lahadalia accompanied President of the Republic of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto on a working visit to Moscow, Russian Federation, on Sunday, April 12, 2026 evening. the President's visit is to foster the strategic partnership between the two countries, particularly in the energy sector.

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, Dwi Anggia, said the Minister’s presence in the visit reflects the important role of the energy sector in supporting national interests amid global dynamics. “This working visit is a continuation of the partnership between the two countries, and for Indonesia, it is aimed at long-term national energy security,” Dwi Anggia said in Jakarta on Monday.

President Prabowo is scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin upon arrival in Moscow.

Meanwhile, Cabinet Secretary, Teddy Indra Wijaya, stated that one of the main agendas to be discussed is the continuation of energy cooperation, including efforts to ensure the stability of national energy supply, particularly oil.

“Continuing cooperation with the Russian government and ensuring a stable national energy supply, including oil availability,” he said.

He added that the discussion is relevant amid geopolitical dynamics and changes in the global energy landscape affecting the balance of supply and demand. In addition to energy cooperation, the two leaders will also exchange views on global geopolitical developments, including efforts to maintain stability and world peace.

President Prabowo and his limited delegation departed from Halim Perdanakusuma Air Force Base in Jakarta on Sunday at around 11:10 p.m. WIB using a Garuda Indonesia aircraft. He is also accompanied by Minister of Foreign Affairs Sugiono and Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya.

The journey to Moscow takes approximately 12 hours of nonstop flight, with an estimated arrival on Monday morning local time. Upon arrival, President Prabowo is scheduled to immediately hold a one-on-one meeting with President Vladimir Putin.

The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources views this visit as a strategic step to reinforce cross-border energy cooperation in order to support sustainable national energy security amid global uncertainty.