Indonesian President Joko Widodo (Source: AFP/VNA)
US President Barack Obama is set to hold talks with his Indonesian counterpart Joko Widodo on October 26.
The White House said the two leaders will talk about cooperation in economics, trade, investment, emission cut, anti-terrorism, digital technology application, and navigation security.
Trade between the US and Indonesia reached 28 billion USD last year, which is said not to match their potential as the biggest economies in world and Southeast Asia, respectively.
Regarding the cut of green-house gas emission, Indonesia has pledged a 29 percent reduction by 2030 and it could raise the cut to 41 percent if the country can gets billions of USD in foreign aid.
Meanwhile, Indonesian Coordinating Minister for Political, Legal and Security Affairs Luhut Pandjatan told the press prior to the visit that navigation security and defence relations will also top the agenda during the two leaders’ discussion.
He told reporters on October 23 that the US is expected to help Jakarta develop capacity of coast guard.
During the five-day official visit to the US, President Joko Widoko is scheduled to meet with leaders of US groups and companies, and visit Silicon Valley to call for investment.-VNA
The naval forces of the United States and Indonesia kicked off a joint exercise called the 2015 Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) to boost their maritime cooperation.
Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi and US Secretary of State John Kerry discussed measures to expand the two countries’ partnership during their meeting in Washington D.C. on September 21.
The US will allocate more than 100 million USD to support Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines in boosting law enforcement capabilities at sea.
The World Bank will provide a 2.1 billion USD financing package for Indonesia, focusing oncreating jobs, stimulating economic growth, and enhancing access to clean energy across the country.
Member states also reviewed progress on six priority areas for 2025, including the development of an underground cable framework, the follow-up agreement to the ASEAN Petroleum Security Agreement (APSA), the launch of the ASEAN Energy Efficiency Database, and the rollout of an investment platform for sustainable building initiatives.
In March, Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra met with Formula 1 chief Stefano Domenicali and said Thailand would commission a feasibility study into hosting a Grand Prix on a Bangkok street circuit from 2028.
The proposed giant sea wall aligns with bilateral cooperation and has been designated a national priority, considering that several regions in Indonesia are experiencing land subsidence of 10–15 centimetres per year.
International flights were cancelled including Jetstar and Virgin Australia flights to cities across Australia, and flights of Air India, Air New Zealand, Singapore's TigerAir and China's Juneyao Airlines.
The partnership aims to strengthen collaboration in the exploration and exploitation of mineral resources, including gold, copper, and manganese, as well as in the development of steel, aluminum, and renewable energy industries.
The Thai cabinet has approved a seven-year EV bus leasing scheme proposed by the Bangkok Mass Transit Authority (BMTA) for the capital, with an estimated cost of 15.35 billion THB (over 470 million USD).
Aircraft are prohibited from flying below 6,000 metres in the vicinity of the volcano, and should also remain alert to the presence of volcanic ash, which can disrupt flights.
Laos declared the transfer of the press management functions of five key media agencies and associated personnel to the Propaganda and Training Board of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party Central Committee.
Univers said in a statement that the new centre will serve as a hub for innovation, bringing together digital intelligence and climate ambition to accelerate Sarawak's transition toward a low-carbon, tech-enabled economy.
The target is to be completely free from plastic waste within two years. This can only be achieved if all parties implement the initiative with strong discipline.
Indonesia is taking new steps to improve protections for fishery workers, amid concerns over low wages, harsh working conditions, and limited access to social welfare.
The 2025 ASEAN- the Republic of Korea (RoK) Connectivity Forum that opened in Jakarta on June 17 reaffirmed a shared commitment to shaping a connected, resilient future by advancing the ASEAN Connectivity Strategic Plan.
The desk will serve as a service centre providing market intelligence, business licensing guidance, facilitating business cooperation, identifying potential investment projects, and harmonising regulatory policies between the two parties.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim noted that the Asia-Pacific region accounted for half of global energy consumption and 60% of greenhouse gas emissions in 2024. Despite this, regional countries, including eight of ten ASEAN member states, remain committed to climate goals, including net-zero emissions and tripling global renewable capacity by 2030.
The new halal cooperation arrangement will streamline halal certification and product assurance processes, making it easier for New Zealand exporters to access the Indonesian market.
Indonesian President Joko Widodo (Source: AFP/VNA)
