Turkiye’s top diplomat, Indonesia’s president discuss $10bn trade goal

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Turkey's foreign minister and Indonesia's president outlined plans to nearly double bilateral trade to $10 billion, focusing on defense, energy, transportation, and halal food production. The talks reflect deepening economic ties between two major Muslim-majority nations and regional powers. Defense cooperation, energy partnerships, and Indonesia's growing halal certification market emerged as priority sectors. The ambitious trade target signals both countries' intent to expand economic integration beyond traditional ties.