During a recent trip to India, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto made a funny comment, saying he has “Indian DNA.” This made everyone laugh, including Indian President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who were all at a special dinner.
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Indonesian And India’s – Historical and Cultural Ties
Subianto’s remark was meant as a joke, but it shows the deep historical and cultural connections between India and Indonesia. He shared that a DNA test showed he has Indian ancestry, and he humorously said he can’t help but dance when he hears Indian music.
In a more serious tone, Subianto recognized the long-standing cultural ties between the two nations. He mentioned how Sanskrit has influenced the Indonesian language and how many Sanskrit names are found in Indonesia. He stressed the importance of these cultural bonds, saying they are “part of who we are.”
Strengthening Bilateral Ties
During his three-day trip, Subianto was the main guest at India’s 76th Republic Day events. He came with a group of important officials, and the two countries signed and updated five agreements in fields like health, traditional medicine, and sea safety.
The visit was an important moment for India and Indonesia, showing their strong desire to improve their relationship. Subianto expressed his wish for both countries to remain close allies and friends, collaborating for the benefit and success of their people.
Shared Heritage and Future Cooperation
The comment about “Indian DNA” might have been a joke, but it shows the strong cultural as well as historical links between both the countries. As both countries keep building their relationship, they can look to their shared past for inspiration and collaborate to create a better future.
The close cultural connection between India and Indonesia was clear during Subianto’s trip. The two countries have a long history of sharing their cultures. Indian influences can be seen in Indonesian art, buildings, and writing. Even the Indonesian language, Bahasa Indonesia, has many words borrowed from Sanskrit. The country’s national motto, “Bhinneka Tunggal Ika” (Unity in Diversity), comes from an old Sanskrit phrase.
A New Era of Cooperation
India and Indonesia are working to strengthen their relationship and are ready to start a new phase of working together. Together, they have more than 1.8 billion people, which means they could play a big role in both regional and global matters. By using their shared history and cultural connections, India and Indonesia can improve the lives of their people and help make the world more peaceful and prosperous.
BY – NIKITA
