Negotiate with Washington
Trump's prices give Indonesia a momentum to adjust its economic strategy by diversifying cooperation and partnerships. These movements also help to also strengthen the country's “free and active” foreign policythrough which Indonesia remains impartial to the great powers while exercising its influence in regional affairs.
First, prices are an opportunity to strengthen the American-Indonesia relationship. Although the leaders have not met to date, Mr. Prabowo called Trump to congratulate him on his electoral victory,, And the two men exchanged hot words.
The United States remains one of Indonesia's main security and economic partners. In 2023, the two countries increased their relationship status in a “complete strategic partnership”, committing to working towards a stronger and more prosperous Indo-Pacific.
Although it was struck during their Joko Widodo predecessors and Joe Biden's tenuresIndonesia should consider reiterating the partnership and discussing its future orientation during negotiations with the United States on trade. In doing so, Indonesia is not only highlighted as a reliable American partner in Southeast Asia, but also reminds of Washington its commitment to the region.
In addition, it is plausible for Indonesia and the United States to explore new areas of commerce, such as on critical minerals, that Indonesia is a large producer of.
