European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen commended Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto for his leadership in successfully concluding the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) negotiations between Indonesia and the European Union. The announcement came after their meeting in Brussels, where von der Leyen praised Prabowo’s decisive role in advancing the deal that had been pending for over a decade.
The agreement on CEPA signifies a significant milestone achieved after 10 years of negotiations, demonstrating a strong commitment from both parties to establish a long-term partnership based on trust and shared values. President Prabowo emphasized the mutually beneficial nature of the agreement, highlighting the progress made in accommodating each other’s economic interests.
Moreover, both leaders expressed satisfaction with the resolution of major outstanding issues that previously hindered the progress of the negotiations. President Prabowo conveyed his optimism for the formal signing of the implementation phase of the agreement in Brussels, symbolizing the strength of the partnership between Indonesia and the EU. The successful outcome of the talks marks a strategic breakthrough and paves the way for enhanced cooperation and mutual growth between the two entities.
