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.
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