Key facts
- Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has agreed to visit North Korea.
- The agreement follows a request from South Korean President Lee Jae Myung.
- The request was made during Prabowo's visit to Seoul in April.
- Indonesia maintains a non-aligned foreign policy.
- Prabowo has previously offered to mediate in the Iran war.
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto announced on Friday that he is willing to visit North Korea to initiate dialogue, a proposal made by South Korean President Lee Jae Myung during Prabowo's visit to Seoul in April.
Speaking at a meeting with the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce, Prabowo emphasized Indonesia's commitment to maintaining equitable relations with all nations, including China and the United States. He recounted President Lee's request during his April visit, to which Prabowo responded affirmatively, stating his willingness to travel to North Korea if asked.
Prabowo highlighted Indonesia's foreign policy principle of not meddling in other countries' domestic affairs, asserting that this stance makes Indonesia a neutral party. South Korea's presidential office had not immediately responded to a request for comment.