Forest law enforcement, governance and trade in timber products to the EU

This agreement establishes a partnership between the EU and Indonesia to combat illegal logging and ensure that timber products entering the EU market are legally sourced. It focuses on improving forest governance and law enforcement to protect global biodiversity and fight climate change.

The agreement affects timber exporters in Indonesia and importers within the EU. It introduces stricter controls on timber trade and provides financial and technical support to help Indonesia implement sustainable forestry practices.