Indonesia Pushes Cocoa, Palm Oil, and Chicken Meat Exports to New Markets
Indonesia is aggressively expanding its export reach, targeting new trade deals for cocoa and palm oil with Belarus while also preparing to ship surplus eggs and chicken meat to Singapore.
The Indonesian government is pursuing multiple trade deals to boost agricultural exports and strengthen international ties. Officials have announced plans to increase exports of cocoa and crude palm oil to Belarus, aiming to diversify export destinations and support the country’s agricultural sector [185618]. No specific volumes or timelines have been announced for the deal.
Separately, Indonesia is preparing to export surplus eggs and chicken meat to Singapore, according to Trade Minister Budi Santoso [185537]. The move is intended to address excess domestic production and strengthen trade ties. The government is currently in discussions with Singaporean authorities to meet import requirements, though no timeline for the first shipment has been set and the plan remains subject to regulatory approvals.
In addition, the Ministry of Tourism is ramping up efforts to attract Muslim travelers by expanding the availability of halal products across all tourist destinations [183450]. The initiative covers food, beverages, and services that meet Islamic standards, aiming to make Indonesia a top choice for global halal tourism. This follows a broader push to promote Muslim-friendly travel at international exhibitions [183445].
Other government initiatives include a new program to boost rice production using the "Modern Agriculture-Advanced Agriculture System," which aims to increase yields to 12.4 tons per hectare [183425]. The Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries is also building a community-based salt center in Pamekasan District to reduce reliance on imported salt by 2027 [185565].