The Indonesian Ministry of Trade is encouraging businesses to tap into the export market in Africa, where halal-certified food, beverages, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals are in high demand. In 2023, non-oil exports to Nigeria and Chad reached millions of dollars. This was emphasized by Arief Wibisono, Director of Market Development and Export Information at the Ministry of Trade, during the Indonesia-Nigeria-Chad Business Forum held on Friday, October 11, 2024, at the Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE) in Tangerang. The forum, organized in collaboration with the Indonesian Embassy in Abuja and the Indonesian Trade Promotion Center (ITPC) in Lagos, is part of the 39th Trade Expo Indonesia (TEI). Attendees included the Indonesian Ambassador to Nairobi, senior officials from Kenya and Uganda, and representatives from Chad's export promotion agency.

Arief highlighted the substantial opportunities in the halal market, specifically in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. In 2023, Indonesia’s non-oil exports to Nigeria amounted to USD 497.97 million, with palm oil, steel, and sauces being key products. Meanwhile, non-oil exports to Chad reached USD 2.03 million, including vaccines, soap, and insecticides. Arief emphasized Nigeria’s large consumer market of over 200 million people and Chad's strategic position in Central Africa as promising markets for Indonesian goods. He concluded by expressing Indonesia's commitment to strengthening trade relations with Nigeria and Chad, leveraging the country's expertise in manufacturing and its ability to meet the growing demand for high-quality, halal-certified products.

Source: https://www.niaga.asia/produk-halal-indonesia-punya-peluang-besar-di-pasar-kawasan-afrika/