The Ministry of Creative Economy (Kemenekraf) is actively promoting Indonesian furniture and handicrafts in the global market through the Indonesia International Furniture Expo (IFEX) 2025, held from March 6-9 at Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo). Deputy Minister Irene Umar emphasized that IFEX serves as a key platform for creative industry players to expand their networks and boost international exposure, targeting over 12,000 global buyers this year.
Kemenekraf aims to highlight Indonesia’s strong local content and competitive quality in the global market, shifting from "Made in Indonesia" to "Created by Indonesia." At IFEX 2025, the ministry is showcasing four creative businesses—Abbacraft, Maharani, Craftote, and Manamu—on a 66 m² exhibition space. Irene remains optimistic about the industry's growth, citing high enthusiasm from international buyers and strong order volumes, signaling a promising future for Indonesia’s furniture and handicraft sector.
