In Brussels, President von der Leyen and President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia finalized a political agreement on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
This milestone aims for completion by Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič and Coordinating Minister Airlangga Hartarto by September 2025.
Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, stated: “Europe and Indonesia are choosing a path of openness, partnership, and shared prosperity. The agreement will open new markets and create more opportunities for our businesses. It will also help strengthen the supply chains of critical raw materials, essential for Europes clean tech and steel industry. I now look forward to its swift conclusion.”
Prabowo Subianto, President of Indonesia, remarked: “This is an important moment. After years of effort, we have agreed to move forward. For Indonesia, CEPA is not just about trade; it is about fairness, respect, and building a strong future together. The agreement must support our efforts to grow our industries, create jobs, and strengthen our sustainable development goals. We are prepared to finalize it soon for the benefit of both our peoples.”
The comprehensive and mutually beneficial EU-Indonesia agreement will enhance trade and investment, promote inclusive growth, and bolster supply chain resilience. CEPA will support cooperation on critical raw materials vital to both partners strategic interests and industrial competitiveness.
Ultimately, CEPA will deepen our economic ties and stand as a significant achievement in the EU-Indonesia relationship, committed to open, rules-based cooperation.
Beyond trade, President von der Leyen and President Prabowo reaffirmed their vision for a broader bilateral partnership.
To enhance people-to-people contacts, the Commission has approved a visa cascade decision for Indonesia, facilitating quicker access to multiple-entry visas.
They affirmed their commitment to a clean energy transition that is inclusive. Indonesias approach emphasizes energy self-sufficiency and resilience, as outlined in the Asta Cita. The Just Energy Transition Partnership and the EUs Global Gateway are welcomed to support Indonesias long-term goals.
Both leaders advocated for a rules-based international order, closer UN cooperation, and peace efforts in Ukraine and the Middle East. Europe and Indonesia aim to strengthen ASEAN-EU partnerships, promoting peace, prosperity, and sustainable development in the Indo-Pacific.
Finally, they agreed that the growing ties between Indonesia and the EU, founded on shared values of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law, should pave the way for a stronger, more strategic partnership in the future.