President Prabowo Subianto recently announced that he had engaged in direct discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump regarding trade tariffs. He described the negotiations as challenging but ultimately successful. The talks resulted in an agreement that saw a reduction in import tariffs on Indonesian goods from 32% to 19%. Prabowo highlighted the importance of safeguarding the interests of Indonesian workers throughout the negotiation process. He also expressed confidence in Indonesia’s economic resilience amidst global uncertainties, stating that the country’s economy remains strong. Additionally, Prabowo mentioned plans for a potential visit to the United States later in the year, with a light-hearted joke about the possibility of playing golf with President Trump on the agenda.
Prabowo Acknowledges Tough Talks with Trump on Tariffs
