President Prabowo Subianto recently revealed that he engaged in direct discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump regarding trade tariffs. The negotiations were challenging but ultimately fruitful, with an agreement reached. Prabowo expressed gratitude for the successful outcome and mentioned that both sides showed a mutual understanding of each other’s national interests during the talks.
As a result of the negotiations, the United States agreed to decrease import tariffs on Indonesian goods from 32% to 19%. Prabowo highlighted the meticulous planning and negotiation process carried out by the Indonesian government, with a focus on safeguarding the interests of the public and local workers.
Prabowo emphasized the importance of protecting Indonesian workers and stated that the government took a firm stance in the negotiations. He reassured that the country’s economy is resilient and well-positioned to withstand global uncertainties.
Looking ahead, Prabowo mentioned plans for a future visit to the United States, with a potential meeting with President Trump scheduled for around September or October. He lightheartedly joked about the possibility of playing golf with Trump during the visit.
Overall, the discussions between President Prabowo Subianto and President Donald Trump resulted in a positive outcome for Indonesia, leading to a reduction in import tariffs on Indonesian goods and reflecting a strong commitment to protecting the country’s economy and workers.
