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Exporters Welcome Plan to Make Makassar Port an Export Hub
The plan to designate Makassar Port as a direct export hub has been warmly welcomed by exporters and logistics businesses in Eastern Indonesia. According to Arief R. Pabettingi, Chair of the South and West Sulawesi chapter of the Indonesian Exporters Association (GPEI), the initiative could significantly boost trade potential in…
Indonesian Guitars Attract Japanese Market, Export Reaches USD 2.4 Million in 2024
Indonesian-made guitars captivated attention at Asia’s largest musical instrument exhibition, Sound Messe Osaka 2025. Held in Osaka, Japan, the event showcased six Indonesian brands, including Batiksoul Guitar and Genta Guitar, and drew interest from over 15 potential buyers—some from major Japanese companies. With trial orders valued at USD 202,950, this…
Nirup Island Officially Launched as New Tourist Destination in Riau Islands, with Investment Reaching IDR 900 Billion
On 3 June 2025, the Minister of Transmigration, Muhammad Iftitah Sulaiman Suryanagar, a officially launched The Westin Nirup Island Resort and Spa Batam, witnessed by Batam Mayor Amsakar Achmad. The Westin Nirup Island Resort and Spa Batam is a luxury resort under the Marriott International chain on Nirup Island, with…
The Minister of Trade Released the Export of 350,000 tons of L-Tryptophan, Valued at IDR 35 Trillion, from Pasuruan to China
On 3 June 2025, Indonesian Trade Minister Budi Santoso launched the export of 350,000 tonnes of L-Tryptophan products from PT Cheil Jedang Indonesia (CJI) in Pasuruan to China, with a production value of IDR 35 trillion. The export launch was conducted in a symbolic manner with the departure of export…
