Indonesia continues negotiations with US in bid for zero tariffs

Government and local industries say 19% rate is too high

20250718 A container truck at Tanjung Priok Port

Tanjung Priok Port in Jakarta: Indonesia is still negotiating for a lower tariff after U.S. President Donald Trump reduced the rate he threatened against Southeast Asia's largest economy from 32% to 19%.  © Reuters

ISMI DAMAYANTI and REZHA HADYAN

JAKARTA -- Indonesia is continuing to negotiate with Washington for lower tariffs despite U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement this week of a 19% rate for the Southeast Asian country, amid a lack of clarity over details.

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