North Sumatra recorded strong export growth from January to April 2025, reaching USD 3.78 billion—an increase of 24.39% compared to the same period last year (USD 3.04 billion). According to Statistics Indonesia (BPS) North Sumatra, this surge was largely driven by the industrial sector, which contributed 92.27% of total exports (USD 3.49 billion). Agricultural exports followed with a 7.72% share, valued at USD 292.04 million. The top export commodity was animal/vegetable fats and oils (HS 15), amounting to USD 1.49 billion or 39.38% of total exports, followed by chemical products (HS 38) at USD 576.21 million (15.23%). China remained the leading export destination (USD 590.48 million), followed by the United States (USD 510.26 million) and India (USD 212.10 million).

On the import side, North Sumatra posted USD 1.72 billion—down 4.1% from the same period in 2024. The top imports included mineral fuels (HS 27) at USD 290.61 million and mechanical machinery (HS 84) at USD 199.55 million. China, Malaysia, and Singapore were the main import sources. As a result, North Sumatra enjoyed a trade surplus of USD 2.06 billion—a 65.28% increase from the previous year. In April alone, the surplus reached USD 426.64 million, up 61.37% year-on-year. While some trade partners like Malaysia, Singapore, and Australia showed deficits, surplus trade was maintained with key markets like the U.S., China, and Japan.

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https://waspada.co.id/sektor-industri-dominasi-kenaikan-ekspor-sumut-periode-januari-april-2025/