Vladimir Putin sent a message congratulating President of the Republic of Indonesia Joko Widodo on his re-election as head of state.
Vladimir Putin noted that in Russia Joko Widodo is known as a principled advocate of the development of friendly relations between the two countries and expressed confidence that his activities as head of state would help further expand Russian-Indonesian cooperation in various areas, as well as partner-like cooperation in addressing topical matters in the Asia-Pacific Region.
The President of Russia reaffirmed his readiness for continued constructive dialogue and joint work for the benefit of the peoples of Russia and Indonesia. (source : http://en.kremlin.ru/events/president/news/60560)