Jakarta (ANTARA) – Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has initiated direct dialogue with United States business representatives to discuss technical matters related to the Finance Ministry.He made the remarks at a joint roundtable in Washington, D.C., organized by the US-ASEAN Business Council and the US Chamber of Commerce.“This forum serves as a strategic platform to strengthen economic relations between Indonesia and the United States, while opening concrete opportunities for investment and collaboration with US private sector players in Indonesia,” he said in a statement issued on Monday (April 20).The forum was attended by representatives of leading US companies from the finance, technology, energy, and healthcare sectors.On the occasion, Purbaya outlined Indonesia’s economic resilience amid global uncertainty and its fiscal policy strategy in responding to geopolitical developments.He also underscored the government’s commitment to deepening financial markets, promoting digital payments, and strengthening financial resilience.Purbaya highlighted his focus on maintaining economic stability while advancing structural transformation toward a high-income economy.“Consistent reforms, prudent fiscal management, and strengthened investment are key to navigating global uncertainty and ensuring sustainable economic growth,” he said.At the first G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) Meeting, Purbaya added that Indonesia has implemented regulatory reforms and strengthened governance.“Amid the current energy crisis triggered by conflict, an important lesson is that resilience is built not on emergency measures, but on structural reforms implemented well before a crisis,” he said.He also noted that ongoing tensions in the Middle East highlight the importance of efficient processes and permitting in ensuring energy security.In this context, he said, the establishment of the Task Force for the Acceleration of Government Strategic Programs (P2SP) is intended to address business concerns related to regulatory and operational obstacles.