[FULL] Dunia Kecam Kebijakan Tarif Trump, Bagaimana Respons Indonesia?

Summary

The transcript discusses the impact of new tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump on various countries, including Indonesia. The US has introduced a reciprocal tariff system, aiming to reduce trade imbalances and boost domestic industries. Indonesia faces potential trade disruptions, with industries like footwear, automotive, and electronics at risk of layoffs due to increased tariffs. Despite reactions from other nations, Indonesia has remained silent on the issue, raising concerns about its negotiating leverage. The new tariffs are expected to lead to inflation, a weaker rupiah, and a possible decline in tax revenue, posing significant challenges to Indonesia's economy.

Takeaways

• 😀 President Trump announced a new 10% tariff on nearly all imported goods into the U.S.
• 😀 Trump implemented reciprocal tariffs on countries, including Indonesia, due to trade imbalances.
• 😀 Indonesia's trade surplus with the U.S. reached over 1.5 billion USD in early 2025, making it a significant trading partner.
• 😀 The new tariffs may lead to higher costs for Indonesian goods in the U.S., affecting product competitiveness.
• 😀 Trump’s tariff policy is part of his broader aim to bring more industries back to the U.S. and reduce foreign trade barriers.
• 😀 Countries like China, the EU, and Japan strongly opposed Trump's tariff policies, accusing the U.S. of unfair practices.
• 😀 Indonesia remained silent in response to the tariff announcements, while other countries swiftly retaliated.
• 😀 Experts suggest that Indonesia needs to collaborate with other ASEAN countries to negotiate with the U.S. on tariffs.
• 😀 The tariff increase could result in job losses in industries like automotive, footwear, and electronics in Indonesia.
• 😀 The rupiah may face significant pressure due to the tariffs, contributing to imported inflation and increasing costs for consumers.

Q & A

What new tariff did President Donald Trump announce on imports to the United States?

President Donald Trump announced a new 10% tariff on nearly all imported goods entering the United States, including reciprocal tariffs against certain countries, including Indonesia.

Why did President Trump impose reciprocal tariffs on Indonesia?

Trump imposed reciprocal tariffs on Indonesia because Indonesia had a 64% tariff on American goods, which the U.S. considered unfair. The U.S. claimed that they were being generous by reducing the tariff to 32% for Indonesian products sold in America.

What is the main goal behind the new tariff policies according to President Trump?

The main goal behind the new tariffs is to strengthen the domestic industrial base in the U.S., open foreign markets, break down foreign trade barriers, and ultimately improve competition and lower prices for consumers in America.

How did other countries, such as China and the European Union, respond to Trump's tariff announcements?

China responded by vowing to retaliate against the U.S. tariffs, while the European Union criticized the move as a severe blow to the global economy. Japan accused Trump of violating World Trade Organization (WTO) regulations.

Why is Indonesia's response to the tariffs more passive compared to other countries?

Indonesia has been more passive, not responding immediately, because the country is still assessing the implications of the tariffs and has yet to issue an official response or explanation, unlike other countries such as China or the EU.

What was the trade surplus between Indonesia and the United States in early 2025?

Indonesia had a trade surplus with the United States, which grew from 1.4 billion USD in February 2024 to 1.56 billion USD in January 2025, and reached 1.57 billion USD in February 2025.

What sectors in Indonesia could be most affected by the new U.S. tariffs?

The sectors most likely to be affected include automotive, footwear, apparel, palm oil, and electronics industries, as these industries heavily rely on exports to the U.S.

How might the new tariffs lead to layoffs in Indonesia?

The new tariffs could lead to a reduction in the demand for exports, which in turn could affect production levels, leading to layoffs, particularly in labor-intensive sectors like footwear and apparel manufacturing.

What is the potential economic impact of the new tariffs on Indonesia's currency, the rupiah?

The new tariffs could lead to inflation due to higher import costs, and the rupiah may weaken as a result, which would make imported goods more expensive and put pressure on Indonesia's economy.

What long-term strategy does Bima Yudistira suggest Indonesia adopt to mitigate the effects of U.S. tariffs?

Bima Yudistira suggests that Indonesia should engage in negotiations with other ASEAN countries and strengthen trade relations with emerging markets such as the BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa), in order to diversify export markets away from the U.S.