Jakarta, April 30, 2025 – The Europe Today: The Indonesian government has secured the backing of several major U.S. corporations in its ongoing reciprocal tariff negotiation process, following a series of high-level engagements in Washington, D.C., led by Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto.
During the visit, the Indonesian delegation held strategic discussions with prominent U.S. technology and manufacturing companies, including Google, Boeing, Microsoft, and Amazon. According to Ministry of Economic Affairs spokesperson Haryo Limanseto, the involvement of the private sector is pivotal to achieving a comprehensive and mutually beneficial agreement.
“In the United States, the Indonesian delegation met with various stakeholders, including representatives from government, business associations, and leading industry players. This inclusive approach enhances the prospects for a balanced and comprehensive negotiation outcome,” Limanseto said on Wednesday.
The delegation also conducted dialogues with senior U.S. officials from key institutions such as the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), the Department of Commerce, the Department of the Treasury, and the National Economic Council. In parallel, discussions were held with the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA), the United States-ASEAN Business Council, and policy think tanks including USINDO and The Asia Group.
Limanseto noted that Indonesia explored investment and technology cooperation with companies such as Boeing and Google, particularly in areas of digital economy advancement and high-tech manufacturing. He attributed Indonesia’s growing international engagement to its strategic position in the Indo-Pacific and its active participation in multilateral platforms such as ASEAN, the G20, and APEC.
“This positioning has enabled Indonesia to access new avenues for trade and investment, especially in key sectors involving high-value commodities,” he added.
The U.S. response to these initiatives has been positive. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent commended Indonesia’s proactive diplomacy and described Minister Hartarto’s formal letter as a “smart and constructive initiative.” The USTR has now been designated to lead the U.S. negotiating team in developing a revised bilateral trade agreement.
To facilitate the next phase, Indonesia has signed a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) with the USTR and established three dedicated task forces: the RI-U.S. Negotiation Task Force, the Licensing and Investment Climate Acceleration Task Force, and the Employment Opportunities Expansion Task Force.
Technical negotiations are expected to focus on drafting the preliminary agreement format, with a strict 60-day timeline—shorter than the typical 90-day limit for tariff postponement policies.
The Indonesian government anticipates that stronger collaboration with major U.S. companies will enhance its role as a strategic economic partner in the Indo-Pacific region. Limanseto concluded, “Minister Hartarto has urged all economic actors to remain agile and explore new markets, as global competition continues to intensify.”
