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Farmers Harvest Rice, Agricultural Sector Becomes Backbone of Central Java’s Economy in Q1 2025
On Wednesday, July 2, 2025, farmers in Dukuh Gatak, Sukoharjo, Central Java were seen harvesting and carrying rice crops for milling. This activity reflects the strong performance of the agricultural sector in the region during the first quarter of 2025. The Central Statistics Agency (BPS) reported that Central Java's economy…
Sri Mulyani Forecasts 5% Economic Growth for Indonesia in 2025
Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati has projected that Indonesia’s economy will grow by around 5% in 2025, slightly below the 5.2% target set in the state budget. During a meeting with the House of Representatives’ Budget Committee, she explained that the government would implement various measures to keep growth near…
Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Have a Vital Role in Stimulating Exports, with 19 Trade Agreements Being Implemented
Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (UMKM) have been identified as a key priority in the national export enhancement strategy. The Ministry of Trade encourages the utilisation of trade agreements and the strengthening of trade representatives abroad to expand market access for UMKM products. Trade Minister Budi Santoso has stated that…
Strengthening Cold Chain, Indonesia’s Fisheries Industry Boosts Quality of Frozen Export Products
Global demand for Indonesian frozen fishery products has surged in recent years, driven by practical lifestyles, export market needs, and greater food safety awareness. From October 2023 to September 2024, the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries recorded around 14,300 frozen fish export shipments—a 65% increase from the previous period.…
