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The Legacy of Guano: How Ancient Peru’s "Secret Weapon" Revolutionized Agriculture
Historical research has revealed that sea bird droppings, known as guano, served as a primary strategic resource for ancient kingdoms in Peru to bolster their agricultural productivity. This organic fertilizer contained exceptionally high levels of nitrogen and phosphorus, allowing ancient civilizations to cultivate crops in otherwise arid and challenging coastal…
Ministry of Trade Empowers Batam SMEs to Penetrate the ASEAN Export Market
The Deputy Minister of Trade has encouraged small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Batam to seize broader opportunities within the ASEAN regional market. During a strategic visit to the region, the Ministry highlighted Batam's geographical advantage as a vital hub for international trade and cross-border cooperation. The government is committed…
Indonesia Tightens Fish Import Requirements, Foreign Companies Must Obtain Official Registration
Indonesia’s Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) has introduced stricter supervision for imported fish products to ensure stronger food safety standards. Under Government Regulation No. 1 of 2026 on Food Safety, foreign companies supplying fresh fish products to Indonesia must now obtain an official registration number before conducting trade…
Zero Export Tariffs to the US Open Opportunities for Indonesian Industries to Strengthen Competitiveness
A trade agreement between Indonesia and the United States through the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) has opened wider export opportunities for Indonesian products. Under the scheme, around 1,819 Indonesian product tariff lines are granted zero import tariffs when entering the US market, potentially expanding market access for various national…
