European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen commended Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto for his leadership in successfully concluding the long-pending negotiations on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between Indonesia and the European Union. During a joint press conference in Brussels, von der Leyen lauded Prabowo’s instrumental role in advancing the deal, which had been in a stalemate for over a decade. With the announcement of a political agreement on the ambitious free trade pact, von der Leyen expressed gratitude towards Prabowo for his leadership in achieving such a significant breakthrough after years of negotiations.
The CEPA agreement signifies a strong commitment from both parties to establish a lasting partnership based on trust, shared values, transparency, and mutual respect. President Prabowo emphasized the collaborative spirit and mutual benefits that the CEPA brings to both Indonesia and the EU. Highlighting the substantial progress made and the resolution of key issues that had hindered advancements in the past, Prabowo praised the negotiating teams for their success in reaching a strategic breakthrough.
Looking ahead, President Prabowo expressed 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. He conveyed his hope for the continued success of the agreement and a future visit to Brussels for the signing ceremony. The collaborative efforts and dedication of both sides have laid the foundation for a comprehensive economic partnership that will benefit both Indonesia and the European Union.