President Prabowo Shares Borobudur’s Story with Emmanuel Macron in Friendly Tour

President Prabowo Subianto personally guided French President Emmanuel Macron through the iconic Borobudur Temple on 29 May 2025.

The visit marked a symbolic gesture of cultural diplomacy between Indonesia and France in Central Java’s historical heartland.

Prabowo drove the golf buggy himself, accompanied by Macron, Brigitte Macron, and his son Didit Hediprasetyo from the courtyard to the temple’s base.

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As they travelled uphill, Prabowo narrated Borobudur’s history, built in the 9th century under the Sailendra dynasty.

Warm Exchange of Words and Gestures at Borobudur Complex

Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya described the moment as a clear display of mutual respect and closeness.

“Their ease and laughter were visible as President Prabowo shared Borobudur’s significance,” said Teddy via Instagram on Friday.

The leaders exchanged a firm handshake before posing for photographs at the temple’s front platform.

Observers noted the camaraderie between the two presidents, whose interaction went beyond protocol.

Cultural Diplomacy Highlighted in Historic Central Java Encounter

President Prabowo underlined the spiritual and civilisational importance of Borobudur during his official statement.

“This is a great honour for me to accompany my friend, the President of France,” he told reporters on-site.

He called Borobudur a masterpiece of the Sailendra era and noted its UNESCO World Heritage status since 1991.

The visit underscored shared values of respect and preservation of global cultural assets.

Macron Commends Indonesia’s Role in Global Interfaith Dialogue

Macron expressed appreciation for Indonesia’s efforts to maintain religious harmony amid its rich diversity.

He praised Pancasila, Indonesia’s state philosophy, as a model for peaceful coexistence and mutual respect.

“This visit is more than diplomatic; it’s about understanding a civilisation,” he said after the tour.

Both leaders viewed Borobudur not just as a monument, but as a living symbol of inclusive heritage.

Strategic Cultural Partnerships Announced Alongside Temple Visit

On the sidelines of the temple tour, Indonesia and France signed a bilateral agreement on cultural cooperation.

The pact includes joint restoration efforts, exchange of scholars, and promotion of heritage tourism.

“Culture builds bridges beyond politics,” said Indonesia’s Minister of Education and Culture during the signing.

France also pledged technical expertise to aid in Borobudur’s conservation and digital documentation.

Prabowo and Macron Conclude Three-Day Indo-Pacific Diplomatic Trip

The Borobudur tour concluded Macron’s official three-day state visit to Indonesia from 27 to 29 May 2025.

He departed for Singapore shortly after, continuing his Indo-Pacific outreach agenda.

Throughout his Indonesian visit, Macron engaged in high-level talks on security, green energy, and technology.

The cultural tour served as a capstone, reinforcing soft-power ties between Jakarta and Paris.

Borobudur Visit Reflects Broader Themes of Global Collaboration

The leaders’ engagement at Borobudur signals a growing emphasis on heritage as a diplomatic tool.

It complements efforts in climate diplomacy, religious tolerance, and Southeast Asian partnerships.

“Monuments like Borobudur are shared legacies that bind humanity,” Macron said before leaving Indonesia.

President Prabowo reiterated Indonesia’s openness to intercultural dialogue rooted in peace and wisdom.***

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