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EU and Indonesia Sign CEPA Trade Pact in Bali

Ratification across both jurisdictions will determine whether the deal starts in 2027.

Overview

  • EU exporters are projected to save about €600 million annually in duties, lowering prices for European goods in Indonesia.
  • Roughly 80% of Indonesian exports to the EU will be tariff-free once in force, including palm oil, footwear, textiles and fisheries.
  • The agreement opens investment opportunities in electric vehicles, electronics and pharmaceuticals, alongside a new Investment Protection Agreement.
  • A protocol on palm oil is included but not yet public, prompting Greenpeace Indonesia to warn of potential deforestation risks.
  • The signed text now undergoes legal checks, translations and ratification by EU member states, the European Parliament and Indonesia, with implementation targeted around 2027.