Indonesia Expands US Energy, Wheat, Corn Imports in Strategic Deals

Indonesia is actively expanding its trade relations with the United States through several strategic agreements. Pertamina, the state energy company, has signed a memorandum of understanding to purchase LPG, gasoline, and crude oil from the U.S., enhancing Indonesia's energy security and supply stability. Concurrently, Indonesia's flour mills association, APTINDO, has committed to doubling its U.S. wheat purchases over 2026-2030 to at least one million metric tons annually, with an initial purchase of around 800,000 tons in 2025. These wheat import deals are part of efforts to smooth tariff negotiations with the U.S., where Indonesia faces additional tariffs if no agreement is reached. Additionally, other Indonesian companies have secured agreements to purchase U.S. corn, signaling a broader diversification of agricultural imports. These developments underscore Indonesia's strategy to strengthen economic ties with the U.S. and mitigate the impact of potential trade barriers.