President Prabowo Subianto emphasized the Indonesian government’s careful consideration before engaging in negotiations with the United States to reduce import tariffs from 32% to 19%. He highlighted that the main focus during the discussions was to protect the interests of the Indonesian people, especially the workers. The President expressed his commitment to safeguarding the workers and stated that Indonesia maintained a firm stance throughout the negotiations. Despite the challenges, Prabowo remained optimistic about Indonesia’s strong and resilient economy, prepared to withstand global uncertainties and trade tensions. The negotiations with the U.S. were described as tough yet productive, with both sides reaching a mutual understanding of each other’s strategic interests. President Trump announced a trade agreement with Indonesia, confirming the reduction of tariffs on Indonesian goods to 19%.