Canada and Indonesia face hurdles to finalize trade talks, putting end-of-year pledge at risk

Canadian and Indonesian officials are publicly optimistic that a trade deal can be completed this year, but a closed-door briefing for stakeholders last fall painted a less-rosy picture.

International Trade Minister Mary Ng, right, has heavy lifting ahead of her to meet Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's commitment to complete a free-trade pact with Indonesia by the end of the year.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

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BY NEIL MOSS

February 21, 2024

Nearly half a year ago, Canada and Indonesia vowed to conclude negotiations on a free trade pact by the end of 2024. But that timeline might be in jeopardy with much still to be dealt with at the negotiation table, despite both sides trumpeting progress.

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