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East Java Records Trade Balance Surplus of USD 808 Million Throughout 2025
The Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) reported that East Java's trade balance throughout 2025 successfully recorded a cumulative surplus of USD 808.25 million. This outstanding achievement was driven by very strong export performance, particularly in the manufacturing sector and other flagship non-oil and gas commodities in the region. Despite challenging…
2025 Trade Balance Surplus Increases Significantly Driven by Non-Oil and Gas Sector
Indonesia successfully recorded a highly positive increase in its trade balance surplus throughout 2025, primarily supported by the non-oil and gas sector. According to the latest data, export growth in flagship commodities such as manufactured goods and plantation products served as the main engine for this achievement. Global commodity price…
Rising Renewable Energy Demand Lifts Indonesia’s Mineral Export Prices
Indonesia has set higher benchmark export prices for mineral commodities, driven by strong global demand linked to renewable energy development and electric vehicles. The surge in demand has particularly boosted copper and gold prices, reflecting positive market momentum and growing industrial needs worldwide. Copper demand continues to rise alongside renewable…
Indonesia Accelerates Palm Oil and Coconut Downstreaming to Reduce Energy Imports
Indonesia is accelerating downstream processing of key agricultural commodities, particularly palm oil and coconut, to reduce energy imports while increasing domestic value creation. The initiative aims to shift the country away from exporting raw materials toward higher-value processed products that deliver stronger economic benefits at home. Indonesia currently imports around…
