Jakarta, Sept. 3 -- Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Bahlil Lahadalia is accompanying President Prabowo Subianto to Russia to ensure that the energy sector plays a key role in discussions regarding bilateral cooperation between the two nations.

"The visit plays a strategic role in overseeing the follow-up to the energy agenda and ensuring that bilateral commitments are implemented in line with the outcomes of the meeting between the two heads of state," said the ministry's spokesperson Dwi Anggia in Jakarta on Thursday.

In addition to state affairs, the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) serves as a platform for the ESDM Minister to strengthen communication with the Russian government and business community regarding investment...