Relations between Russia and Indonesia date back to the mid-19th century when the Russian frigate Pallada visited Java and the surrounding islands. The Russian writerIvan Goncharov was on this voyage, and described the region as "the most luxurious corner of the world." In 1869, the Russian traveller V. Tatarinov visited the island of Java, later describing his trip in Sea Collection.[2]
The Soviet Union (and later Russia) recognized Indonesian independence and established diplomatic relations in 1950. Dmitry Zhukov [ru] was appointed as the first Russian ambassador to the country.
Timeline of diplomatic relations
22 May 1948 — Consular relations were established.
26 January — 3 February 1950 - diplomatic relations established.
30 November — 17 December 1953 - Diplomatic relations established at the level of embassies.
List of representatives (1954 – present)
Representatives of the Soviet Union to Indonesia (1954 – 1991)
