Jakarta, Oct. 11 -- President Prabowo Subianto has expressed support for Egypt's efforts to safeguard its water rights along the Nile River, advocating for strict compliance with international law and peaceful diplomatic solutions to cross-border water disputes.

Speaking during a joint press statement alongside Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta on Sunday, President Prabowo expressed concern over actions that could restrict a nation's access to vital water supplies.

"We are deeply concerned if there are thoughts of violating international law to reduce a nation's right to secure water sources," President Prabowo stated.

He stressed that natural resource issues must be resolved by prioritizing share...