Tokyo, 6 March 2026: The ERIA School of Government hosted a high-level courtesy meeting between H.E. Arif Satria, Chairman of the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN); H.E. Faisol Riza, Vice Minister of Industry of the Republic of Indonesia; and H.E. Koichi Hagiuda, Chairman of the ERIA Parliamentary League. The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views on strengthening strategic co-operation between Indonesia and Japan ahead of the planned visit of H.E. Prabowo Subianto, President of Indonesia, to Japan.

In his opening remarks, Vice Minister Faisol Riza explained that the Indonesian delegation’s visit was part of the preparations for the President’s upcoming meeting with the Prime Minister of Japan. Vice Minister Riza emphasised Indonesia’s strong interest in deepening bilateral co-operation, particularly in strategic sectors such as semiconductors and quantum computing. He noted that Indonesia is increasingly well positioned to collaborate with Japan in advanced industries and emerging technologies that are critical for future economic development.

BRIN Chairman Arif Satria also shared Indonesia’s priorities for strengthening its national research and innovation ecosystem. He highlighted the importance of expanding collaboration with international research institutions and industry partners, particularly in strategic technology areas.

Mr Hagiuda welcomed the priorities conveyed by the Indonesian delegation and acknowledged the country’s growing role in technological and industrial development in the region. The meeting underscored the shared commitment of Japan and Indonesia through ERIA’s facilitation to deepen collaboration in advanced technology, research, and industrial development, and to explore practical avenues for strengthening the two countries’ strategic partnership.