President Prabowo Subianto recently disclosed that he engaged in direct discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump concerning trade tariffs. The negotiations were described as challenging but ultimately fruitful. Prabowo expressed gratitude for reaching an agreement, highlighting the tough nature of the talks during a speech at Halim Perdanakusuma Air Base in Jakarta.
The discussions saw both sides demonstrating an understanding of each other’s national interests, leading to the United States agreeing to reduce import tariffs on Indonesian goods from 32% to 19%. Despite the tough negotiation tactics employed by Trump, Prabowo remained determined to protect the interests of the public and domestic workers throughout the process.
Emphasizing the meticulous planning undertaken by the Indonesian government, Prabowo reassured the public that every step was carefully calculated to safeguard the workers’ well-being. The firm stance taken during the negotiations reflected a commitment to secure the livelihoods of Indonesian workers.
During the briefing, Prabowo conveyed his confidence in Indonesia’s economic resilience amidst global uncertainties, citing a strong and stable economy. He also hinted at a potential visit to the United States later in the year, with a meeting scheduled with President Trump around September or October.
In a light-hearted moment, Prabowo joked about the prospect of playing golf with Trump during the visit. Despite the jovial remark, the discussions between the two leaders underscored the importance of reaching mutually beneficial agreements to support economic cooperation between the two nations.
