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Indonesia Accelerates Palm Oil and Coconut Downstreaming to Reduce Energy Imports
Indonesia is accelerating downstream processing of key agricultural commodities, particularly palm oil and coconut, to reduce energy imports while increasing domestic value creation. The initiative aims to shift the country away from exporting raw materials toward higher-value processed products that deliver stronger economic benefits at home. Indonesia currently imports around…
Indonesia Strengthens ASEAN Tourism Collaboration at ATF TRAVEX 2026
Indonesia has reaffirmed its strong commitment to advancing ASEAN tourism through active participation in the ASEAN Travel Exchange (ATF TRAVEX) 2026 in Cebu, the Philippines. The event serves as the region’s leading business-to-business tourism platform and highlights Indonesia’s focus on promoting its tourism potential while accelerating digital transformation. A key…
Indonesia’s Creative Economy Strengthens Its Role as a Key Growth Driver
Indonesia’s creative economy has firmly established itself as a new engine of national growth, supported by rising investment, expanding employment, and strong policy direction under the 2025 national development agenda. Within its first year, the Creative Economy Ministry has delivered measurable contributions to national economic performance, with key targets in…
Indonesia Prepares to Begin Rice Exports in April 2026
Indonesia is preparing to start exporting rice in April 2026, signaling a major shift from its long-standing position as a rice-importing country. The government is confident this transition can be achieved as domestic production continues to strengthen and national food stocks reach historic highs. The move is expected to mark…
