New Delhi, Jan. 26 -- Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Saturday, at a banquet hosted by President Droupadi Murmu in his honour, spoke about the historical and cultural ties between India and Indonesia, and emphasised the influence of ancient Indian civilization on Indonesian culture, language, and genetics.

President Subianto highlights Indian influence on Indonesian language and genetics sequencing test.

He added, "A few weeks ago I had my genetic sequencing test and my DNA test and they told me that I have Indian DNA. Everybody knows when I hear Indian music, I start dancing."

President Subianto also lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and commitment towards alleviating poverty and helping the marginalised while ...