President Prabowo Subianto recently disclosed that he engaged in direct discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump regarding trade tariffs. Describing the negotiations as challenging yet successful, Prabowo expressed gratitude for reaching an agreement during the talks held at Halim Perdanakusuma Air Base in Jakarta. Both parties displayed an understanding of each other’s national interests, leading to a reduction in import tariffs on Indonesian goods by the United States – from 32% to 19%. The Indonesian government meticulously calculated every step of the negotiation process, prioritizing the protection of public and domestic workers. Prabowo highlighted the importance of safeguarding the workers’ interests, emphasizing that their security remains paramount. Despite global economic uncertainties, Prabowo remains optimistic about Indonesia’s economic strength. Plans for a future visit to the United States, including a potential meeting with President Trump, are in the works for around September or October. In a lighter moment, Prabowo joked about the possibility of playing golf with Trump during the visit.
Prabowo Acknowledges Tough Talks with Trump, Reaches Agreement
