<h1>Indonesian and Turkish leaders convene for first High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council summit, focusing on defense, trade, and education.</h1> Indonesian and Turkish leaders met to enhance economic and defense ties, marking their first High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council summit. The meeting follows their agreement in 2022 to establish this forum. Discussions focused on strategic issues, including the Gaza conflict. The Turkish President, on a regional tour, previously visited Malaysia and will proceed to Pakistan. Indonesia and Turkey have strengthened relations, with past agreements on defense cooperation and plans for joint military exercises. During this visit, they aim to sign agreements on trade, investment, education, and technology. Turkey maintains similar cooperation forums with 21 other nations.