22/03/2024 (Agence Europe) – The European Union has congratulated Mr Prabowo Subianto, the current Indonesian Defence Minister, on his victory in the February presidential election in Indonesia, in a statement issued by the European External Action Service (EEAS) on Thursday 21 March. The EU particularly commends the efforts made by the Indonesian electoral authorities to ensure the smooth running of these elections and welcomes “the active participation of Indonesian citizens in the electoral process, which demonstrates their commitment to the democratic principles enshrined in the Constitution”. It looks forward to working with the new Indonesian administration and highlights the shared commitment of the EU and Indonesia to the principles of international law and a rules-based order. (PLD)