Jakarta, June 30 -- Coordinating Minister for Law, Human Rights, Immigration, and Corrections Yusril Ihza Mahendra said the close relationship between the leaders of Indonesia and Malaysia provides a strong foundation for expanding bilateral cooperation across various sectors.

"Indonesia and Malaysia are two closely related countries with a long-standing friendship," Mahendra said on Tuesday.

During a meeting with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in Putrajaya, Malaysia, on Monday (June 29), Mahendra conveyed warm greetings from President Prabowo Subianto and expressed appreciation for the prime minister's willingness to receive the Indonesian delegation despite his busy official schedule.

According to Mahendra, Indonesia and Mala...