Pakistan, Indonesia discuss FTA, direct flights in Jakarta
At Trade Expo Indonesia 2026 in Jakarta, Indonesia’s deputy trade minister said technical talks on a Pakistan Indonesia free trade agreement could begin soon, with direct flights also discussed.
Indonesia’s deputy trade minister met a Pakistani business delegation at Trade Expo Indonesia 2026 in BSD City, Jakarta.
She said FTA negotiations are under way, with President Prabowo Subianto’s support, and technical talks could start soon.
Both sides also stressed direct air connectivity, trade diversification beyond palm oil, and SME cooperation.
The ambassador said the delegation signed five MoUs, including in spices and business incubation.
About 70 Indonesian aviation professionals work with Pakistani airlines such as AirSial and SereneAir.