Economic and Environment Section
The Economic and Environment Section plays a leading role in achieving the objectives of the Economic and Development Pillar in the U.S. Indonesia Comprehensive Partnership. The section focuses on a full range of bilateral and multilateral economic issues as well as environmental, science, technology, and health matters. It coordinates closely with other U.S. government agencies to promote U.S. economic goals and facilitate economic ties between the United States and Indonesia.
The Economic Section is divided among three focus areas:
Contact Information: James Carouso, Economic Counselor
The Environment, Science, Technology, and Health (ESTH) Unit is responsible for advocacy on a full range of environment, science, technology, and health issues as well as liaison with U.S. government agencies such as the U.S. Forest Service, Environmental Protection Agency, NOAA, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, CDC, Health and Human Services, NASA and others to advance U.S. government interests in climate change, marine conservation, public health, science and technology, the environment, and low carbon economic development.
Contact Information: Hugo Yon, Deputy Economic Counselor and Unit Chief
The Trade and Investment Unit promotes bilateral trade and investment, aiming to bolster trade and investment ties between the United States and Indonesia. The unit coordinates with several U.S. government agencies, including the Department of Commerce, Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, Department of Agriculture, and Department of Energy, to pursue new opportunities, identify and remove barriers, promote transparency, and improve the investment climate in Indonesia.
Contact Information: Melissa Brown, Unit Chief
The Macroeconomic and Finance Unit promotes cooperation between the United States and Indonesia to build greater economic prosperity and strengthen international economic security with a focus on infrastructure and entrepreneurship.
Contact Information: Michael Roberts, Unit Chief