Indonesia secures energy alternatives amid US-Iran peace talks

Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Indonesian government is actively securing alternative energy sources to guarantee domestic energy security amid dynamic peace negotiations between the US and Iran.

"Reflecting on the long process of negotiations between Iran and the US, the government must continue to ensure the security of the country's energy sources, regardless of the conditions in the Middle East,” Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry spokesperson Dwi Anggia said on Tuesday.

Anggia noted that while the recent US-Iran technical talks in Switzerland offered positive signals for easing Middle East tensions and stabilizing global oil prices, the geopolitical relationship remains highly dynamic.

Therefore, Indonesia must remain vigilant and anticipate various market possibilities.

"We must be optimistic, but we must also take anticipatory steps," she emphasized.

This shift shows Indonesia’s worry over rising local fuel costs. Anggia emphasized that non-subsidized fuel prices are directly tied to the average global oil price from the past month.

If Middle East tensions continue, prices for gasoline and diesel at local pumps will automatically go up.

"So, if there are fluctuations, whether up or down, the price of non-subsidized fuel will also adjust accordingly. The fuel price formula uses the average market price for the past month," Anggia explained.

The urgency in Jakarta mirrors a fast-deteriorating diplomatic situation in Europe. On Sunday, June 21, delegations from Washington and Tehran convened at the Swiss resort of Bürgenstock for technical talks mediated by Pakistan and Qatar.

The negotiations, aimed at easing Middle East tensions and stabilizing global energy corridors, were abruptly upended by a social media dictate from the White House.

In a post on Truth Social, President Trump threatened a military strike against Iran unless Tehran compelled its proxy forces in Lebanon to halt regional operations.

Reports indicated that the Iranian delegation walked out of the room following the remarks, demanding an apology.

Despite the standoff, Tehran has attempted to project a posture of resilience. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeli Baghaei stated Monday, June 22 that the technical talks had not been completely derailed by what he characterized as Washington’s threats.

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Translator: Putu Indah Savitri, Yashinta Difa

Editor: Arie Novarina

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