Jakarta, Feb. 3 -- The Indonesian government will soon begin comprehensive trade negotiations with the United Kingdom through the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).

Trade Minister Budi Santoso confirmed the plan when met in Jakarta on Tuesday, saying the move is part of Indonesia's strategy to expand market access.

"We are scheduling the negotiations soon," he said.

He noted that the government hopes the negotiation process will run effectively, drawing on Indonesia's experience in concluding similar agreements with other trading partners.

Regarding the possibility of tariff reductions or eliminations, Santoso said the outcome will depend on the negotiations and mutual agreement between both parties.

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