US EditionIndonesian president and Chinese premier meet to discuss expanding trade during US trade war
- On Sunday, May 25, 2025, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto hosted Chinese Premier Li Qiang at Merdeka Palace in Jakarta, where they discussed enhancing trade and investment relations amid ongoing global economic challenges.
- The meeting occurred against the backdrop of a global trade war led by the U.S. and rising protectionism, prompting discussions on strengthening cooperation and addressing economic instability.
- They emphasized deepening bilateral ties under the Belt and Road Initiative across five pillars: politics, economy, culture, maritime affairs, and security, and noted Chinese firms’ investments and technology transfer in Indonesia.
- Two-Way trade surpassed $147.8 billion last year with 6.1% growth, and both sides have started implementing a previously agreed $10 billion investment in strategic sectors including transportation and mineral processing.
- The meeting reinforced commitments to strategic partnership and multilateral cooperation, suggesting continued economic integration and regional stability benefits for both Indonesia and China.
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Indonesian president, Chinese premier meet to discuss trade
JAKARTA, Indonesia — Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto on Sunday to discuss ways to expand trade and investment during the US global trade war and as economic globalization faces headwinds. Li arrived in Indonesia’s capital, Jakarta, on Saturday afternoon for a three-day visit to Southeast Asia’s largest economy. It was
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Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto in Jakarta on Sunday to discuss ways to expand trade and investment at what Mr. Li described as "an important crossroads" for the global economy.
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China's Premier Li meets Indonesia's President Subianto to deepen trade ties amid global tensions; $10B in investments underway, with focus on nickel, rail, and BRI projects.
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