In December 2024, East Kalimantan's imports rose by 46.97% to USD 518.91 million. Oil and gas imports contributed USD 391.57 million, up 60.55%, while non-oil and gas imports increased by 16.63% to USD 127.34 million. Machinery and mechanical equipment imports saw a significant rise, while organic chemical imports declined. China dominated non-oil and gas imports. Consumption goods, raw materials, and capital goods all saw growth. The province recorded a trade surplus of USD 1.899 billion, primarily from the non-oil and gas sector. The increased importation of capital goods reflects a rise in industrial investment activities, signaling positive growth in the industrial sector. Overall, Kaltim's import activity in 2024 demonstrated a growing trend, particularly in the non-oil and gas sector dominated by machinery imports, highlighting the region's dynamic and developing economy.

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https://kaltim.tribunnews.com/2025/02/04/impor-migas-dan-nonmigas-kaltim-meningkat-selama-2024-didominasi-permesinan