White House releases U.S.-Indonesia trade deal framework, final talks underway

Core Points - The U.S. and Indonesia have agreed on a framework for a trade agreement that will significantly reduce Indonesian tariffs on American imports while setting U.S. tariffs on Indonesian imports at 19% [2][3] - The agreement is part of ongoing negotiations aimed at finalizing the "Agreement on Reciprocal Trade" and includes provisions for addressing non-tariff barriers [3][5] - The framework includes commercial deals such as a $3.2 billion aircraft purchase and an estimated $15 billion in energy product purchases [4] Trade Dynamics - The trade relationship between the U.S. and Indonesia is substantial, with over $38 billion in goods traded in 2024 and a U.S. trade deficit of $17.9 billion with Indonesia last year [5] - The agreement aims to provide American producers with unprecedented access to the Indonesian market, addressing high tariffs and burdensome requirements previously faced [6][7] Broader Context - This trade agreement framework is part of a series of similar agreements announced by the Trump administration with other countries, including the United Kingdom, China, Vietnam, and the Philippines [8]