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 was made during a joint press conference in Brussels, where von der Leyen highlighted Prabowo’s pivotal role in advancing the deal after a decade-long deadlock. The CEPA agreement, aimed at enhancing trade relations, was hailed as a significant breakthrough that signifies the strong commitment of both parties to foster a lasting partnership based on trust and shared values. President Prabowo reciprocated the sentiment, emphasizing the mutual benefits and cooperative spirit embodied in the agreement. He expressed satisfaction with the resolution of key issues that had previously hindered progress, lauding the strategic breakthrough achieved by both negotiating teams. Looking ahead, President Prabowo expressed optimism for the formal signing of the implementation phase in Brussels, symbolizing the robustness of the Indonesia-EU partnership.
European Commission President Praises Prabowo for Reviving CEPA Talks
