Indonesian Deputy Agriculture Minister Sudaryono (right center) meets with Polish Deputy Agriculture Minister Malgorzata Gromadzka (left center) and officials during a bilateral discussion on  food security and agricultural trade at the Agriculture Ministry in Jakarta, on Monday, Apr. 20, 2026. (Photo Courtesy of Indonesia’s Agriculture Ministry) Jakarta. Indonesia is leveraging talks with Poland to advance  beef and dairy trade protocols and eye European market access, as global food supply risks intensify. The push was underscored in a meeting between Deputy Agriculture Minister Sudaryono and Polish Deputy Agriculture Minister Małgorzata Gromadzka at the Agriculture Ministry in Jakarta. Sudaryono said Indonesia remains open to international partnerships, including using momentum from ongoing free trade negotiations with the European Union to strengthen its food system. “Indonesia is an open country. We are non-aligned and cooperate with all partners, including in trade and investment opportunities,” he said in a statement on Tuesday. He stressed that amid global pressures from conflicts, wars, and supply chain disruptions, cooperation must deliver tangible outcomes, from wider market access and simplified technical procedures to stronger investment and agricultural research. “In challenging times like this, bilateral cooperation becomes essential to meet each country’s food needs,” Sudaryono said. Technical talks covered trade opportunities and hurdles across key commodities. Poland is seeking to expand exports of beef, dairy products, wheat, and berries to Indonesia, while Jakarta emphasized strict compliance with health standards, veterinary certification, and audit processes before granting market access. Indonesia also signaled caution on certain commodities such as poultry, citing biosecurity concerns and the need to protect domestic production. However, it remains open to imports that meet technical requirements and align with domestic demand. Sudaryono reiterated that agriculture carries strategic importance beyond trade, given its direct link to food availability. “Agriculture is critical because it relates to food, how we secure supply for Indonesia while ensuring other countries can meet their needs as well,” he said. Both countries agreed to establish a technical working group to accelerate trade protocols, particularly for beef and dairy products. The initiative aims to speed up audits, harmonize standards, and enable direct trade implementation. Cooperation is also set to expand through business-to-business engagements, investment exploration, and potential government-to-government agreements as a foundation for long-term collaboration. Polish Deputy Agriculture Minister Małgorzata Gromadzka said cooperation with Indonesia holds strong potential given the complementary nature of both countries’ agricultural production. She added that Poland could serve as a gateway to the European market, while Indonesia offers a strategic entry point to Asia. This article was made by: Erfan Maruf Link to the article: https://jakartaglobe.id/business/indonesia-poland-push-beef-dairy-trade-eye-eu-market-access

Screenshot—Ministers hold a virtual press conference on government policies against geopolitical pressures, monitored from Jakarta on Tuesday (March 31, 2026). (ANTARA/A Muzdaffar Fauzan) Jakarta (ANTARA) – The Indonesian government is determined to increase investment in new and renewable energy as part of efforts to shield the nation from increasingly complex global dynamics. At a virtual press conference from Jakarta on Tuesday, Investment and Downstreaming Minister Rosan Roeslani stated that the government views renewable energy development as vital for Indonesia to withstand external pressures. “At the same time, we seek to use the recent trend as momentum to accelerate several policies and investments that promote the use of renewable energy sources, such as geothermal, solar, and hydro,” he remarked. Roeslani ensured the government would take a holistic approach to formulate strategies for the short, medium, and long terms to deliver positive impacts on future energy use. Meanwhile, Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto underlined that Indonesia maintains strong economic fundamentals supported by a stable fiscal structure and a sound level of energy security. To achieve lasting effects, he said the government has devised a range of policies on energy efficiency and work culture transformation grounded in the use of digital technology. The minister noted that a work-from-home arrangement has been made mandatory for state workers on Fridays, while it remains advisory for the private sector. He emphasized that the policy takes productivity into account while the government also aims to cut fuel consumption by reducing the use of official vehicles and trips. Furthermore, Indonesia is set to implement the B50 biodiesel policy starting July 1 this year to support the energy transition and reduce fuel subsidy spending. The policy requires a blend of 50 percent petroleum diesel and 50 percent palm oil-based biofuel to enhance national energy resilience. Translator: Ahmad M, Tegar NurfitraEditor: Arie NovarinaCopyright © ANTARA 2026 Link to the article: https://en.antaranews.com/news/410641/indonesia-to-boost-renewable-energy-investment-to-shield-economy

Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Bahlil Lahadalia (right) shakes hands with the Russian Energy Minister Sergey Tsivilev in Russia on Tuesday (14/4/2026). (ANTARA/HO-ESDM) We want all of this to truly provide certainty for national energy security Jakarta (ANTARA) – Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Minister Bahlil Lahadalia negotiated the purchase of crude oil and LPG from Russia during a meeting with Russian Energy Minister Sergey Tsivilev in Russia on Tuesday. “We have achieved quite good results, allowing us to increase our crude oil reserves. In addition, we will also be able to obtain LPG,” Lahadalia said in an official statement received in Jakarta on Tuesday. Russia expressed its readiness to support Indonesia’s energy security, including through the supply of oil, natural gas, and storage. The meeting was also attended by representatives of several Russian energy companies, including Rosneft, Ruschem, Zarubezhneft, and Lukoil. Lahadalia emphasized that the collaboration is being explored through government-to-government (G2G) and business-to-business (B2B) schemes, which are expected to provide certainty regarding the availability of national energy reserves, particularly for crude oil and LPG in Indonesia. Lahadalia also stated that Indonesia is open to expanding collaboration with Russia, including i the development of crude storage, long-term supply of crude oil and LPG, nuclear exploration, and cooperation in the mineral sector. “We want all of this to truly provide certainty for national energy security,” he said. Lahadalia assessed that the results of the meeting provided a positive signal for strengthening national energy security amidst uncertain global dynamics. He believes a partnership with Russia could be an important option, given the country’s large energy production capacity and experience in the oil and gas industry. Amidst the volatility of the global energy market influenced by geopolitical factors and production fluctuations, the government is making every effort to find alternative sources. Russia is considered to have a strategic position as a reliable energy supplier and a potential partner for long-term cooperation. In the bilateral meeting, Russia expressed its readiness to assist Indonesia in strengthening energy security. “As a strategic partner, we are ready to collaborate, especially in the supply of oil and gas, storage, and electricity, specifically nuclear power plants,” Sergey Tsivilev said. The Indonesian government views Russia as an important partner in supporting stability and safeguarding its economic interests and economic growth. The diplomatic step underscores Indonesia’s commitment to remain active, constructive, and oriented toward national interests on the global stage. Translator: Putu Indah Savitri, Cindy Frishanti OctaviaEditor: M Razi RahmanCopyright © ANTARA 2026 Link to the article: https://en.antaranews.com/news/412253/indonesia-negotiates-the-purchase-of-crude-oil-and-lpg-from-russia?utm_source=antaranews&utm_medium=desktop&utm_campaign=popular_right

CEO Danantara Rosan Roeslani dan CIO Danantara Pandu Sjahrir di Washington DC, AS./dok Danantara Bisnis.com, JAKARTA — Danantara Indonesia menyebut sudah menjajaki kerja sama penerbangan antara PT Garuda Indonesia (Persero) Tbk. (GIAA) dengan sejumlah maskapai dari negara Teluk, termasuk dalam rangka membuat penerbangan haji lebih efisien.  CEO Danantara Indonesia Rosan Perkasa Roeslani mengatakan pihaknya terbuka dengan berbagai bentuk kerja sama, termasuk membuat perusahaan patungan atau joint venture (JV) sebagaimana arahan Presiden Prabowo Subianto.  “Kami sih terbuka ya. Kami semua penjajakan-penjajakan, baik dengan Saudi Arabia [Airlines], kemarin dengan Emirat, sempat ya, lagi bicara dengan Emirat tetapi ada kejadian ini [perang]. Kami sempat bicara juga dengan Etihad,” ujarnya kepada wartawan saat ditemui di Kompleks Parlemen Senayan, Jakarta, Senin (13/4/2026).  Rosan menyebut penjajakan kerja sama dengan berbagai maskapai Negara Teluk itu ditujukan salah satunya untuk mewujudkan penerbangan haji yang lebih efisien.  Pria yang juga Menteri Investasi dan Hilirisasi itu menuturkan, secara internal, Garuda juga tengah menjalani proses transformasi. Upaya itu dilakukan untuk sisi sumber daya manusianya hingga efisiensi operasional.  Rosan menyebut proses transformasi itu membutuhkan waktu. Apalagi, kenaikan harga avtur dunia menyebabkan industri penerbangan juga terdampak.  “Memang dengan kenaikan harga avtur tentunya punya dampak terhadap seluruh penerbangan di dunia termasuk Garuda. Ya sekarang bagaimana kami bisa menavigasi ini secara baik dan benar, tetapi ini kan proses transformasi memang pasti membutuhkan waktu,” tuturnya. Sebelumnya, pada Rapat Kerja Pemerintah, Rabu (8/4/2026), Presiden Prabowo menilai pola operasional angkutan haji selama ini masih belum optimal. Dia menyoroti kondisi di mana pesawat yang mengangkut jemaah dari Indonesia menuju Arab Saudi terisi penuh, tetapi kembali dalam kondisi kosong.  “Selama ini pesawat Garuda berangkat membawa haji ke Tanah Suci, pulangnya kosong. Ini kan tidak ekonomis. Arab Saudi juga demikian, mengembalikan haji ke Indonesia, kembalinya kosong,” ujarnya di Jakarta, Rabu (8/4/2026).  Untuk itu, Kepala Negara mendorong terbentuknya perusahaan patungan antara Indonesia dan Arab Saudi dengan komposisi kepemilikan masing-masing 50%. Dengan skema tersebut, diharapkan tingkat keterisian pesawat dapat optimal baik saat keberangkatan maupun kepulangan.  “Kenapa tidak kerja sama? Bikin satu anak perusahaan 50% Arab Saudi, 50% Indonesia. Berangkat dari Indonesia [pesawat] penuh, pulang juga penuh. Harga [ibadah haji] bisa turun lagi, waktu lebih singkat,” kata Prabowo. Dia menegaskan bahwa pembahasan rencana tersebut harus dilakukan secara cepat.  Presiden menekankan pentingnya langkah konkret dari manajemen Garuda Indonesia untuk segera menindaklanjuti peluang kerja sama tersebut.  “Harus kerja cepat. Pemerintah ini kerja cepat. Dirut Garuda nanti menghadap saya,” tegasnya. Artikel ini telah tayang di Bisnis.com dengan judul “Danantara Jajaki Kerja Sama Garuda (GIAA) dengan Saudi Airlines hingga Etihad”, Klik selengkapnya di sini: https://ekonomi.bisnis.com/read/20260413/98/1966288/danantara-jajaki-kerja-sama-garuda-giaa-dengan-saudi-airlines-hingga-etihad#goog_rewarded.Penulis : Dany Saputra – Bisnis.com Download aplikasi Bisnis.com terbaru untuk akses lebih cepat dan nyaman di sini:Android: http://bit.ly/AppsBisniscomPSiOS: http://bit.ly/AppsBisniscomIOS

The UK and Indonesia have entered into an economic growth partnership (EGP) designed to build resilient supply chains across clean energy, critical minerals, advanced manufacturing and defence sectors. The partnership, first committed to in 2024, was formally agreed on 20 January when Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer hosted Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto at Downing Street. According to the EGP, both countries will explore bilateral initiatives, including the mapping of critical supply chains, as well as coordinating, cooperating and sharing information where appropriate. Additionally, the countries will enhance cooperation in multimodal transport infrastructure, sustainable port development and the improvement of logistics. The EGP also envisages cooperation to support the development of semiconductor ecosystems through knowledge sharing, human capital development and support for startups and innovation ecosystems. Leaders of both countries welcomed progress on the strategic partnership between the UK and Indonesia, with Starmer noting that it demonstrates how the UK and Indonesia’s relationship continues to go from strength to strength. The EGP follows a £4bn Maritime Partnership Programme agreed between the UK and Indonesia in November, which is expected to support thousands of UK jobs in Rosyth, Bristol and Devonport, as well as across Indonesia. This article was made by: Caroline Peachey. Caroline joined Akabo Media as editor of Logistics Manager in October 2025. She has more than a decade of experience working in digital and print publishing across multiple sectors, including energy, pharmaceuticals and mining. Link to the article: https://www.logisticsmanager.com/uk-indonesia-partnership-to-bolster-supply-chain-resilience/

President Prabowo Subianto (center) witnessed the signing of a cooperation agreement between BPI Danantara and Arm Limited London in London, United Kingdom, on Monday (February 23, 2026). /ANTARA/HO-Instagram/@sekretariat.kabinet/pri. Jakarta (ANTARA) – Indonesia aims to accelerate mastery of strategic technologies through a partnership between state investment and sovereign wealth manager Danantara and British chip designer Arm, witnessed by President Prabowo Subianto in London on Monday. Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya said the deal would speed up Indonesia’s control of core technologies underpinning modern digital innovation, as the government seeks to boost productivity, competitiveness, and technological self-reliance. “Through this cooperation, Indonesia targets faster mastery of strategic technologies that form the foundation of modern digital innovation,” Teddy said in a statement issued in Jakarta on Wednesday. Arm controls about 96 percent of global automotive chip technology and nearly 94 percent of chip designs for data centers and artificial intelligence, making the partnership crucial for Indonesia’s ambitions in semiconductors and advanced manufacturing. Under the agreement, Indonesia will train 15,000 engineers within Arm’s ecosystem to develop chip design capabilities, while expanding cooperation into next-generation semiconductor development, Teddy said. The partnership follows President Prabowo’s directive to strengthen national technological independence and aligns with the government’s broader agenda to build food and energy security and deepen Indonesia’s role in the global supply chain. “This strategic partnership marks Indonesia’s shift from a technology consumer to a high-value producer in the global supply chain,” Teddy said. The framework agreement was signed by Danantara, represented by Chief Executive Rosan Perkasa Roeslani, who also serves as investment and downstreaming minister and head of the Investment Coordinating Board, and witnessed by senior ministers, including Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto and Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia. Airlangga said the partnership reinforced Indonesia’s push for technological self-reliance and long-term industrial resilience, supporting sustainable economic growth and global competitiveness. Translator: Fathur Rochman, Martha Herlinawati SimanjuntakEditor: PrimayantiCopyright © ANTARA 2026 Link to the article: https://en.antaranews.com/news/405938/indonesia-arm-partnership-targets-faster-mastery-of-chip-technology

Britain’s Secretary of State for Business and Trade Peter Kyle (second right) signs the Indonesia–UK Economic Growth Partnership in London on Monday (Jan. 19, 2026), accompanied by Indonesia’s Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the United Kingdom, concurrently accredited to Ireland and the International Maritime Organization, Desra Percaya (left), and British Ambassador to Indonesia Dominic Jermey (right). (ANTARA/Handout via British Embassy in Indonesia) Jakarta (ANTARA) – Indonesia and the United Kingdom on Monday launched an Economic Growth Partnership in London aimed at deepening cooperation across strategic sectors during President Prabowo Subianto’s official visit to Britain. The partnership was signed by Indonesia’s Coordinating Economic Affairs Minister Airlangga Hartarto and Britain’s Secretary of State for Business and Trade Peter Kyle, alongside a series of high-level engagements during Prabowo’s visit. British Ambassador to Indonesia Dominic Jermey described the agreement as historic, saying it elevates bilateral trade ties and expands cooperation in clean energy, the digital economy, infrastructure, transport, education, and health services. “This historic agreement takes UK-Indonesia trade relations to a higher level,” Jermey said, adding it reflects a shared commitment to stronger and more resilient economic cooperation. Jermey said the partnership also strengthens efforts to address nontariff barriers, support exporters, and boost larger two-way investment, creating new business opportunities and economic benefits for both countries. Airlangga accompanied President Prabowo in London alongside Foreign Affairs Minister Sugiono, Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni, and Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya. Prabowo arrived late Sunday after departing Jakarta earlier that day. During the visit, Prabowo is scheduled to meet British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and King Charles III. Jermey said both countries are also expected to agree on a broader strategic partnership covering defense, security, climate action, energy, and environmental cooperation. Translator: Genta Tenri Mawangi, Galih Pradipta, Martha HerlinEditor: Azis KurmalaCopyright © ANTARA 2026 Link to the article: https://en.antaranews.com/news/400654/indonesia-uk-seal-economic-growth-pact-during-prabowo-visit