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News in English (USA) / 20.02.2026 / 11:00

Indonesia and the US Finalize Trade Deal with Reduced Tariffs

The Trump administration has officially finalized a significant trade agreement with Indonesia, establishing a reduced tariff rate of 19% on most goods. This deal includes exemptions for key soft commodities such as palm oil. Indonesian President Prabowo, who was in Washington for the Board of Peace, celebrated the achievement, which secures substantial economic cooperation between the two nations. In light of the agreement, Indonesian and US firms have reportedly signed deals worth $38.4 billion, fostering a new era of economic partnership. The agreement reflects ongoing efforts in transactional diplomacy, as both countries worked towards reciprocal trade benefits.
The White House (.gov), Reuters, The New York Times, Bloomberg.com, BBC, AP News, Financial Times, Nikkei Asia, Indonesia Business Post, Fibre2Fashion