UN chief and Indonesian president discuss global cooperation

JAKARTA — The United Nations chief and Indonesia's president held talks on cooperation on global challenges, according to Anadolu Agency. The report was published on 19 October 2026.

According to Anadolu Agency, the discussions covered the reform of international institutions and the advancement of climate initiatives. They also addressed a range of crises, including the situation in the occupied Palestinian territory.

Anadolu Agency reported the summary of the talks but did not publish direct quotes from either leader. It did not provide details of any agreements, commitments or next steps. It did not say when or where the meeting took place, or whether it was held in person or by other means.

The report does not give a full account of the positions each side took on the issues raised. It also does not say whether the two leaders reached any shared approach on the crises discussed.

Background

The United Nations is the world's largest intergovernmental body. Its Secretary-General leads the organisation and often holds talks with heads of state on global issues. Indonesia is the most populous country in Southeast Asia and a member of the G20. It has taken an active role in debates on climate policy and on the reform of multilateral institutions.

The occupied Palestinian territory has been the subject of repeated UN discussion in recent years. Anadolu Agency's summary did not give further details on the situation referred to in the talks.