Luhut and Prabowo Discuss Indonesia’s Stable Economic Outlook Amid Global Uncertainty

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto met with Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan on April 8, 2026, to discuss the nation’s economic outlook amid global uncertainties.

During the meeting, Luhut presented a three-month economic simulation indicating Indonesia’s economy remains “still very stable,” according to Tempo.co English. He emphasized that key macroeconomic indicators, including inflation, exchange rate stability, and foreign exchange reserves, continue to show resilience despite external pressures.

The discussion similarly covered national economic resilience strategies, with both leaders reviewing contingency plans to mitigate risks from geopolitical tensions and global market volatility, as reported by Independent Observer. Luhut reiterated the government’s commitment to maintaining fiscal discipline while supporting strategic sectors critical to long-term growth.

Separately, President Prabowo called for the appointment of a special advisor for defense matters during the same period, highlighting the demand for enhanced coordination between economic and security policy teams, according to VOI.id. This request came amid ongoing regional discussions about defense cooperation and maritime security in the Indo-Pacific.

Antara News reported that the meeting between Prabowo and Luhut focused specifically on aligning economic policies with broader national security objectives, particularly in light of fluctuating commodity prices and supply chain disruptions affecting key export sectors.

Both officials agreed to continue regular consultations to ensure policy coherence across economic, investment, and defense portfolios, with the next coordination meeting scheduled for late April 2026.