Indonesia Defends New Tariff Deal with US Amid Trade Talks

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•Indonesia's trade minister publicly defended the tariff deal with the United States on April 26, 2026.
•The agreement involves adjustments to tariffs affecting goods traded between Indonesia and the US.
•On April 27, 2026, Indonesia announced plans to seek new suppliers and export markets due to mounting trade tensions.
•The tariff deal and diversification efforts are intended to stabilize Indonesia's trade flows amid global uncertainties.

What Could Happen If...

▸Indonesia successfully expands its network of suppliers and export markets Indonesia reduces its economic dependence on the US market, improving trade resilience and benefiting domestic industries.

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🌍Indonesia 🌍United States of America

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👤Zulkifli Hasan(Trade Minister of Indonesia)

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REGIONALJakarta PostRI seeks new suppliers, export markets as tensions mount: Trade minister REGIONALJakarta Post‘This is the right time’: Trade minister defends Indonesia-US tariff deal

Indonesia's trade minister has reaffirmed support for the recent tariff agreement with the United States, emphasizing its timeliness despite growing trade tensions. The deal aims to adjust tariffs to benefit exporters and importers in both countries while Indonesia also seeks new suppliers and export markets. These moves reflect Indonesia's efforts to diversify trade partnerships amid uncertain global trade conditions.