Indonesian President Joko Widodo arrived Thursday in China and planned to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.The two will discuss investments and “various strategic projects for Indonesia and China,” including in trade and health, as well as regional and global issues, Widodo said in a statement.During his three-day visit, Widodo will also meet with Chinese businesspeople to discuss possible investments in Indonesia, especially in the petrochemical, renewable energy and health sectors, the statement added.HERE’S WHY INDONESIA IS MOVING ITS CAPITAL – AND WHY IT’S SO CONTROVERSIALWidodo is to attend the opening of the FISU World University Games in Chengdu in southwestern China. Indonesian President Joko Widodo, center left, and his wife Iriana arrive at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport in Chengdu, China, on July 27, 2023. (Laily Rachev/Indonesian Presidential Palace via AP)Indonesia is, along with China, a member of the Group of 20 major developed and emerging economies. China is Indonesia’s largest trade and investment partner.CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPIndonesia wants a bigger role as a supplier of nickel and other raw materials to China’s fast-growing electric car brands.
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