INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Indonesia and the United States have agreed to conclude negotiations over a 32 percent US tariff on Indonesian imports within 60 days,
tariffs, which placed Indonesia among several Southeast Asian countries facing new trade barriers.The tariff, originally set to take effect
on April 9, was postponed for 90 days, giving Indonesia a temporary reprieve and a window to negotiate a compromise.Coordinating Minister
for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto, who leads the Indonesian delegation in Washington, confirmed the timeline after meetings with US
Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick.Hartarto stated that both sides have agreed on a negotiation
framework that covers trade, investment, critical minerals, and supply chain resilience
The framework aims to translate these points into formal agreements within the 60-day period, with one to three rounds of talks
expected.Indonesia and US Set 60-Day Deadline to Resolve Tariff Dispute
(Photo Internet reproduction)Indonesia has positioned itself as a constructive partner by offering to increase imports of US oil, gas,
wheat, soybeans, and capital goods
The government also pledged to facilitate U.S
business operations in Indonesia by easing permits.Additionally, it promised to provide incentives
Officials highlighted opportunities for collaboration in critical minerals, such as nickel, which are vital for US manufacturing and
technology sectors.Indonesia Engages with US on Trade and Tariff DisputeForeign Minister Sugiono and other senior officials have engaged
outlined its broader goals to strengthen energy and food security, advance resource processing, and improve workforce quality
electronics, support millions of jobs and generate billions in revenue
escalation.Other Southeast Asian nations face similar tariffs, but Indonesia is among the first to secure a formal negotiation process
The outcome of these talks will determine whether Indonesia can preserve its competitive position and maintain stable trade relations with
the US.Both sides have signaled willingness to reach a mutually beneficial agreement before the deadline
All details and figures are drawn from official government sources and public statements.
