Jakarta, April 13 -- Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia is accompanying President Prabowo Subianto on his visit to Russia to secure national energy supplies, particularly oil.

"This working visit is a continuation of the partnership between the two nations. For Indonesia, it focuses on long-term national energy security," Energy Ministry spokesperson Dwi Anggia said in a statement confirmed on Monday.

She said the minister's presence highlights the strategic role of the energy sector in supporting national interests amid global dynamics.

She added that the meeting offers momentum to expand more concrete cooperation.

President Prabowo is scheduled to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Monday.

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