Ahead of BoP Summit, President Prabowo Departs for Washington

Jakarta: President Prabowo Subianto departed for Washington, D.C., United States. Prabowo and his entourage departed from Halim Perdanakusuma Air Force Base, Jakarta, on Monday, February 16, 2026.

As reported by Antara, President Prabowo is on a state visit accompanied by Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Bahlil Lahadalia and Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya.

President Prabowo is scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting with US President Donald Trump to discuss strengthening relations between Indonesia and the United States, as well as strategic cooperation in various fields.

This visit is part of Indonesia's active diplomatic efforts to strengthen its national position amidst global geopolitical dynamics.

On February 19, 2026, President Prabowo Subianto is scheduled to visit the United States to sign an agreement on reciprocal trade (ART) with President Donald Trump and attend the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace.

President Prabowo summoned several economic ministers to his private residence in Hambalang, Bogor, on Sunday, February 15, 2026, to discuss Indonesia's strategic direction in economic negotiations with the United States.

Two key points were emphasized: ensuring that every position Indonesia takes in economic negotiations with any country best serves the national interest.

Secondly, economic cooperation should not be merely short-term but also strengthen the foundation of the national industry. President Prabowo emphasized that every economic policy adopted by the government must immediately produce concrete benefits for Indonesia.

These directives serve as guidelines for ministers in formulating strategic steps that are swift, measurable, and have a direct impact on national economic growth.