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January 23, 2025 | 08:28 am
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The United States' (US) foreign policy under Secretary of State Marco Rubio towards Indonesia will likely be emphasized on increasing economic and security cooperation. Because Indonesia is important in the US strategy in the Indo-Pacific, efforts are expected to strengthen trade and investment relations, as well as cooperation in the field of maritime security.
According to international relations observer Andrea Abdul Rahman Azzqy when contacted on Wednesday evening, January 22, 2025, the US is likely to encourage closer collaboration in facing regional security challenges such as the Asia-Pacific. The US will continue to strengthen alliances and partnerships with countries in the region to confront China's growing influence.
He assessed that increasing US cooperation in the military and economic fields with a number of countries such as Japan, South Korea, and Australia, as well as efforts to strengthen ASEAN's role as a strategic partner, will be the main focus.
"This is in line with US efforts to maintain a balance of power in the region," he said.
Andrea said that the protectionist policies implemented by President Donald Trump could have a significant impact on ASEAN countries. Increased import tariffs and tighter trade policies could hamper exports from ASEAN countries.
"There is an opportunity for ASEAN countries to increase intra-regional economic cooperation and seek alternative markets outside the US. ASEAN also needs to navigate complex geopolitical dynamics while maintaining regional stability and cooperation," he said.
Regarding US foreign policy in the Middle East, Andrea assessed that the US tends to still support old allies such as Israel and Saudi Arabia. A tough policy towards Iran and support for policies that maintain the stability of allies in the region will continue to be a top priority. This includes an emphasis on energy security and military cooperation.
Andrea also said that Rubio has shown a strong commitment to the "America First" policy in the new US administration. This means that the US will prioritize its national interests with an approach that tends to be protectionist and transactional.
Source: Antara
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