SBY Urges Calm and Strategic Thinking Amid Global Tariff Disputes

Jakarta, Xweb.biz.id – Former Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono (SBY) offered valuable insights at a recent seminar hosted by The Yudhoyono Institute (TYI), focusing on the current global trade tensions ignited by U.S. President Donald Trump’s controversial tariff policies. Speaking at the event titled “Dynamics and Developments in the Current World: Geopolitics, Security, and the Global Economy,” SBY warned President Prabowo Subianto and his administration against reacting impulsively to the ongoing situation, advocating instead for a thoughtful and calm approach to global economic challenges.

SBY’s Advice: Rationality Over Emotion

During the seminar, SBY explained that the global economic landscape was increasingly fragile due to the ongoing trade conflict, and he cautioned that overreacting could lead to greater instability. “Indonesia should recognize its strengths and limitations and avoid reacting emotionally or irrationally,” SBY stated. His concern was that an unmeasured response could escalate tensions, affecting not only Indonesia’s economy but also the broader international economic environment.

A Policy Alignment: SBY’s Legacy and the Current Administration

Reflecting on the current administration’s approach, SBY expressed satisfaction with the policies enacted by President Prabowo Subianto’s government. He noted that approximately 80% of the strategies being implemented were in line with the recommendations he had made during his tenure. “I am happy that the government’s actions are aligned with my thoughts. The steps taken are correct and should be supported,” SBY affirmed, giving a thumbs-up to the direction the country was headed in terms of handling global economic disruptions.

Preparing for Uncertainty and Offering Solutions

While expressing confidence in the government’s approach, SBY also highlighted the need for Indonesia to remain vigilant and prepared for potential worst-case scenarios in the face of uncertain global conditions. He emphasized that Indonesia should not only brace for economic challenges but also position itself as an active player in resolving international crises. “Indonesia must be ready for the worst but also work proactively to offer solutions to the world’s economic problems,” he urged.

SBY’s message serves as a timely reminder that, in these uncertain times, Indonesia’s response to international economic challenges must be calculated, strategic, and, above all, rational. With global trade and security at a crossroads, Indonesia’s leadership will need to navigate these complexities with both caution and foresight.

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