Indonesian Defense Minister Congratulates Lula on Brazil Election Victory
Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto has congratulated Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on his victory in the Brazilian presidential election, signaling potential for strengthened bilateral ties.
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