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Indonesia and Pakistan Strengthen Food Security Partnership Through Palm Oil Cooperation
Indonesia, through its national palm-oil industry, has reaffirmed its role in supporting Pakistan’s food security by ensuring a steady, affordable supply of palm oil. The Indonesian Palm Oil Association (IPOA) notes that Pakistan relies on imports for over 90% of its edible-oil needs, with around 75% of that volume sourced…
Indonesia’s Exports to China and the US Rise in Early 2025, Driven by Nickel and Cocoa Products
Indonesia recorded a notable increase in exports to China and the United States during January–February 2025, according to data from Statistics Indonesia (BPS). BPS Head Amalia Adininggar Widyasanti reported that the main contributors to the rise in exports to China were nickel and its derivatives (HS75), animal and vegetable fats…
Indonesia Allocates 920,000 Hectares for Ethanol Production to Boost Clean Energy Goals
Indonesia has mapped out around 920,000 hectares of land across 18 provinces to support its ethanol blend fuel initiative, marking significant progress toward its 1 million-hectare target for cassava and sugarcane cultivation. Agrarian Affairs Minister Nusron Wahid announced that this land will serve as feedstock for E10 fuel, a gasoline…
2026 Jakarta Muslim Fashion Week Exceeds Expectations with USD 19.51 Million in Deals
The 2026 Jakarta Muslim Fashion Week (JMFW) concluded triumphantly at Balai Kartini, Jakarta, recording total transactions of USD 19.51 million—nearly double its initial USD 10 million target. Trade Minister Budi Santoso highlighted that the event, held from November 6–9, 2025, demonstrated the growing strength and creativity of Indonesia’s modest fashion…
