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        "id": 1801678,
        "msgid": "indonesia-sees-strong-growth-potential-in-mexico-trade-1781344211",
        "date": "2026-06-13 16:21:26",
        "title": "Indonesia sees strong growth potential in Mexico trade",
        "author": "",
        "source": "ANTARA_EN",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Trade",
        "summary": "Indonesia's ambassador to Mexico highlights significant untapped trade potential despite current bilateral trade reaching US$4.6 billion with a US$2.8 billion surplus. Ongoing US trade negotiations and geopolitical shifts are prompting Mexican businesses to seek alternative suppliers, creating new opportunities for Indonesian commodities, automotive exports, and tourism. The embassy is actively promoting Indonesian products and culture to capitalise on Mexico's role as a gateway to the Americas.",
        "content": "<p>\u201cCurrently, the value of trade between the two countries has reached\nUS$4.6 billion, and Indonesia recorded a trade surplus of US$2.8\nbillion,\u201d Soetikno said in Mexico City on Friday local time.<\/p>\n<p>Although the figure is relatively large, Soetikno continued, the\npotential is much greater.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMexico is currently in trade negotiations with the United States,\nand a decision will be made by July 2026,\u201d said the Ambassador, who\nbegan his assignment in Mexico seven months ago.<\/p>\n<p>He hopes the outcome of the negotiations will have a positive impact\non Indonesia, creating greater market opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>According to him, the free trade relationship between Mexico and\nCanada also presents an opportunity for Indonesia to market its products\nmore widely.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMexico can become a gateway for trade of Indonesian products to\ncountries in North, Central, and South America,\u201d Soetikno said.<\/p>\n<p>Geopolitical disruptions in global economic relations have also\ncreated new opportunities for Indonesian products.<\/p>\n<p>Due to the geopolitical situation impacting certain countries,\nSoetikno said many Mexican businesses are seeking alternative suppliers,\nwhich also presents another opportunity for Indonesia.<\/p>\n<p>Several commodities, such as wood, plastic goods, and even medical\nequipment, are in high demand in the Mexican market.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, Mexico is the third-largest export market for\nIndonesian-made cars.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cCurrently, we often see several familiar Indonesian car products on\nthe roads in Mexico,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Indonesian tourism also has a significant opportunity to reach the\nlarge Mexican tourist market. He said many Mexicans who usually vacation\nin Europe are now seeking new destinations and experiences.<\/p>\n<p>According to Soetikno, Mexico\u2019s strong interest in many culture\naspects presents an opportunity for Indonesia, which boasts a rich\ncultural heritage in several regions.<\/p>\n<p>The Indonesian Embassy in Mexico continues to promote Indonesian\nproducts and culture through various initiatives. The efforts include\nholding an Indonesian Festival, opening an Indonesian Cultural Center\nwithin the embassy complex, and participating in promotional events in\nMexico.<\/p>\n<p>Related news: UI explores strategic academic collaboration with\nMexican universities<\/p>\n<p>Related news: Indonesia launches Cultural Center in Mexico City to\nboost ties<\/p>\n<p>Translator: Aditya Pradana Putra, Cindy Frishanti Octavia<\/p>",
        "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/indonesia-sees-strong-growth-potential-in-mexico-trade-1781344211",
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