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18. Total Trade in Goods and Services Between Indonesia and the UK reached $3, 818, 754, 000

According to the UK’s Department for Business and Trade’s Trade and Investment Factsheets, the total trade in goods and services between Indonesia and the UK reached over $3 trillion. 

The total imports from Indonesia to the UK amounted to $1.6 trillion, and the total exports from the UK to Indonesia amounted to $2 trillion which makes the Asian country UK’s 55th largest trading partner.

19. Nickel Metals Shipments Is Expected To Rise $30 Billion

Nickel metals shipments are expected to rise by $30 billion, according to Reuters. This growth can be attributed to factors such as the increasing demand for nickel in various industries, including stainless steel and electric vehicle batteries.

20. Mineral Fuel Exports Increase By 24.61% 

This significant rise in non-oil and gas exports reflects a substantial growth in the mineral fuels sector, contributing to the overall export performance for the month. The mineral fuels commodity category, including products such as coal, oil, and gas, played a pivotal role in driving the upsurge in non-oil and gas exports.

21. Indonesia’s Total Export Value will Reach $22.15 Billion 

Indonesia’s total export value will reach $22.15 billion, which is a 10.43% decrease from the same period in the previous year, according to BPS-STATISTICS INDONESIA. 

22. Indonesia’s Total Import Value will Reach $18.67 Billion 

According to BPS-STATISTICS INDONESIA, Indonesia’s total import value reached $18.67 billion, marking a significant increase. This indicates a positive trend in Indonesia’s international trade, with both imports and exports experiencing growth.

23. Indonesia’s Total Import Value will Reach $19586.40 Million in November 2025

Indonesia’s total import value will reach $19,586.40 million, marking an increase of 3.29%, according to Trading Economics. This figure highlights the country’s growing import activities, with a focus on various products such as oil and gas, nuclear reactions, boilers, mechanical appliances, iron and steel, organic chemical materials, and vehicles

24. Indonesia’s Exports will Fall to USD 21,998.60 Million

The current trend in Indonesia’s exports shows a decrease, with exports falling to 21,998.60 USD Million based on Trading Economics. The country’s top exports include coal briquettes, palm oil, and petroleum gas. This decline in exports is influenced by factors such as lower commodity prices and dwindling global demand. However, Indonesia’s trade balance reflects a positive trend, with a trade surplus resulting from higher exports than imports.

25. The Indonesia Government Implements Lowering Of Tax Threshold For Specific Online Purchases From Us$75 To Us$3

Based on OOSGA, the Indonesian government has reduced the tax threshold for certain online purchases from US$75 to US$3, aiming to control the influx of cheap foreign products and protect local small and medium-sized enterprises. This new regulation, known as the PMK, means that import duties and taxes will be charged on goods valued over US$3, with a 7.5% import duty and 10% value-added tax. 

The government’s objective is to regulate the e-commerce industry, promote tax compliance, and safeguard the interests of local businesses

26. The Indonesia’s Exports Value Will be Us$20.76 Billion In September 2025

Indonesia’s export value will be US$20.76 billion, which is a 16.17% decline compared last year, according to Business Indonesia. This decrease was due to weakening global commodity prices and a substantial year-on-year decline in exports. The country’s imports also decreased by 8.15% and 12.45%, resulting in a trade surplus of US$3.42 billion. 

The largest sectors contributing to the decline in exports were mining, coal, and crude palm oil.

27. Indonesia’s Exports Of Thermal Coal Surpassed 413 Million Metric Tons

According to Chemanalyst, Indonesia’s thermal coal exports reached a record high of over 413 million metric tons, making it the world’s largest exporter of this high-emission power fuel. The primary destination for Indonesian coal was China, which imported approximately 183 million tons, accounting for around 44% of Indonesia’s total exports. 

Despite the record-high exports of thermal coal, Indonesia’s export value is still down 16.17% compared to the same month last year.

28. 20.66% Of Imports Into Jakarta And Indonesia are Machines And Mechanical Equipment

About 20.66% of the imports to Jakarta, Indonesia, were machinery and mechanical equipment, based on the Statista report. The nation’s export value is US$20.76 billion, down 16.17% compared to the same month last year. 

Despite the decline in exports, Indonesia will maintain a trade surplus.

29. Indonesia’s Trade Surplus will reach Reach $2.41 Billion

As per Indonesia Investments, Indonesia’s trade surplus will reach $2.41 billion, marking the 43rd consecutive month of trade surplus, but less than $3.47 billion last year. The decline in the trade surplus was primarily due to a decrease in exports, while imports increased more than expected, particularly in consumer and capital goods. 

This shift in the trade balance reflects the ongoing dynamics of Indonesia’s international trade, influenced by factors such as commodity prices, global demand, and government policies.

30. Indonesia’s Imports will be Up to 3.29% In November 2025

Indonesia’s imports will increase by 3.29% yearly, reaching $19.59 billion based on the Business Times. This rise in imports was driven by higher purchases of consumer and capital goods, including food commodities

31. Indonesia’s Total Volume Of Coal Exports will be 33.9 Million Metric Tons

According to the Business Times, Indonesia’s total volume of coal exports will be 33.9 million metric tons, reflecting the country’s significant role as a major coal exporter. The surge in coal exports, particularly to destinations such as China and India, has contributed to Indonesia’s position as the world’s largest exporter of thermal coal. The increase in coal exports has also influenced the country’s trade balance and its overall economic dynamics.

32. Indonesia’s Total Volume Of Crude Palm Oil Exports Will be 2.5 Million Metric Tons

Indonesia’s total volume of crude palm oil exports will be 2.5 million metric tons, reflecting a 12.6% decrease from the previous year. This decline in exports is influenced by various factors, including market demand, pricing dynamics, and global trade conditions. 

Despite the decrease, Indonesia remains a significant player in the global palm oil market, with its exports showing resilience over the long term.

33. Importation Of Raw Materials In Indonesia is Down By 1.05%

Based on the Business Times, the importation of raw materials in Indonesia will experience a slight decrease of 1.05%. 

This decline is part of a fluctuating trend in the country’s raw material imports, which have seen varying levels over the years.

34.  Indonesia will Import 433,000 Tonnes Of Rice

Based on Reuters, Indonesia will import 433,000 tonnes of rice, up from 312,000 tonnes from the previous year, reflecting the need to offset rice production shortfalls caused by extreme dry weather and the El Nino weather pattern, which led to a 2% drop in the country’s rice output for the year.

The government’s decision to authorize the importation of an additional 2 million metric tons of rice reflects the efforts to maintain food security and stabilize rice prices in the face of production challenges.

35. Indonesia’s Annual Inflation Rate Accelerated More Than Expected To 2.9%

Indonesia’s annual inflation rate accelerated to 2.9%, up from 2.56%, primarily due to rising food prices, including rice according to the Business Times. The significant increase in inflation was driven by a 0.38% month-on-month rise in the consumer price index, with the food, drinks, and tobacco expenditure component being the dominant contributor to the inflationary pressures. 

The country’s central bank, Bank Indonesia, has been actively using monetary policy tools to manage these inflation pressures arising from commodity prices and other factors.

36. Indonesia’s Rice Import Quota At 2 Million Metric Tons

Indonesia’s state food procurement company, Bulog, announced that the government plans to set next year’s rice import quota at 2 million metric tons, down from this year’s quota of 3.8 million tons. The import realization would depend on domestic supply and demand, and large import quotas were issued to tame rising domestic rice prices due to drier-than-usual weather. 

37. Indonesia Ranks As New Zealand’s 10th Largest Export Market, Valued At Nz$3.26 Billion

Indonesia is New Zealand’s 10th largest export market, valued at NZ$3.26 billion according to MFAT. New Zealand exported NZ$1.63 billion of total goods and services to Indonesia and imported NZ$1.42 billion, representing a trade surplus of NZ$204.54 million and a total trade value of NZ$3.05 billion. 

The top five goods exports to Indonesia by-product are dairy, wood pulp and recovered paper/paperboard, albuminoids, starches and glues, meat and edible offal, and food wastes.

38. Indonesia’s Imports Soar With A 19.82% Surge In Consumer Goods And A 13.66% Increase In Capital Goods Purchases

Based on Reuters, Indonesia’s imports have surged, with a 19.82% increase in consumer goods and a 13.66% increase in capital goods purchases. 

Imports were up 3.29% yearly to $19.59 billion, much higher than the prediction in the poll for only a 0.20% increase, while exports fell 8.56% every year to $22 billion versus expectations of a 9.36% drop.

39. GDP Growth Is Projected To Slightly Decrease To An Average Of 4.9%

According to the World Bank’s semi-annual Indonesia Economic Prospects report, Indonesia’s GDP growth is projected to ease slightly to an average of 4.9% over from 5% this year as the commodity boom weakened. However, the Fourth Quarter Survey of Professional Forecasters predicts that real GDP will increase by 1.7 percent in 2025.

40. Indonesia’s GDP Is Projected To Reach $3.5 Trillion By 2030

It is expected to be 4.30 percent by the end of the year, according to Trading Economics and Statista. The country’s GDP is projected to reach $3.5 trillion by 2030. With a mixed economy where the private sector and government play vital roles, Indonesia is the largest economy in Southeast Asia and a newly industrialized country

41. Indonesia’s Annual Inflation Rate at 2.61%

Indonesia’s annual inflation rate cooled more than expected, within the central bank’s target range, beating market forecasts, according to Reuters. This rate is below .86% and expectations in a Reuters poll for a reading of 2.72%. 

The cooled inflation rate is a positive sign for the country’s economy, as it indicates that price growth is slowing down, which could lead to increased consumer spending and economic growth.

42. Indonesia’s Inflation Is Projected To Ease To 3.2% This 2025 Due To Higher Global Food And Energy Prices

Indonesia’s inflation is projected to ease to 3.2% due to higher global food and energy prices, as forecasted by the World Bank and Bank Indonesia. The central bank’s target range is 1.5% to 3.5%, with the core inflation rate also expected to decrease. Despite some upward pressure on food prices, falling inflation is attributed to the softening of commodity prices and a return to normal growth rates.

43. Global Economic Growth Is Projected To Slow To 2.9% This Year

Global economic growth is projected to slow to 2.9% this 2025, down from 3.5% in the previous year, according to the International Monetary Fund’s latest projections. This decline is part of a broader trend of weakening growth, with the World Bank’s assessment indicating a significant decrease in the global economy’s “speed limit,” potentially leading to a “lost decade” for the world economy. Various factors, including high-interest rates, increased energy prices, and geopolitical risks, are expected to contribute to this slowdown.

44. Milk Product Demand In Indonesia Will Grow By 5.84% in 2028

The demand for milk products in Indonesia is projected to grow by 5.84% in 2028 based on the Statista report and New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade: Manatū Aorere, with the milk market revenue amounting to US$10.96 billion in 2028 and the dairy products & eggs market revenue reaching US$24.53 billion in the same year. This growth is influenced by changing consumer habits, population growth, and government efforts to increase domestic milk processing industries. 

Despite challenges such as a decline in domestic fresh milk production, the industry has seen a consistent annual rise in market demand over the past years.

45. Indonesia’s Trade Balance Reports Record-Breaking Surplus of US$33.63 Billion 

Indonesia’s trade balance posted a surplus of US$33.63 billion, based on Statistics Indonesia. However, the surplus narrowed to $2.41 billion as exports declined by 8.56% year-on-year and imports increased by 3.29% year-on-year. This trend was influenced by a decline in exports, particularly of top commodities such as thermal coal and palm oil, and an increase in imports of consumer and capital goods.

46. Indonesia’s Trade Balance will record a surplus of 3.5 USD Billion in October 2025

According to FX Street, Indonesia’s trade balance will record a surplus of 3.5 USD billion in October 2025, higher than the consensus expectation of 3.4 USD billion. However, the trade surplus narrowed to 2.41 USD billion due to the weakening trend of exports. 

47. Oil and Gas Balance of Trade Deficit Rises 4.9%

Indonesia’s oil and gas balance of trade deficit increased by 4.9% to US$1.92 billion, according to TEMPO, this is in line with the increase in crude oil imports and oil output that was higher than the increase in non-oil and gas exports. The deficit was driven by the ongoing dynamics of the global oil market, including changes in global oil demand, production adjustments by OPEC+ members, and the influence of non-OPEC+ production. 

48. Indonesia’s Oil and Gas Imports  will Decline by 4.7%

According to FX Street, Indonesia will experience a 4.7% year-on-year contraction in oil and gas imports, contributing to the country’s sustained trade surplus. This decline follows a larger contraction in oil and gas exports, which decreased by 20.7% year-on-year in the same period. The data reflects Indonesia’s ongoing trade dynamics in the oil and gas sector.

49. Indonesia Is Expected To Export At Least 8 Million Tons Of Palm Oil To China in 2025

According to Gapki, Indonesia is expected to export at least 8 million tons of palm oil to China. This forecast is based on the country’s palm oil production, which is projected to remain stable at 48.5 million metric tons. The domestic consumption of palm oil in Indonesia is also expected to reach around 20.35 million metric tons in the same year

50. Indonesia Exports Are Projected To Trend At A Monthly Average Of Us$17.7 Billion In 2025

According to ASEAN Briefing, Indonesia’s exports are projected to trend at a monthly average of US$17.7 billion in 2025, with a prediction that the country’s export value will reach $300 billion as the Indonesian government makes preparations to regulate exports of other commodities to encourage investment in local downstream industries. This growth is expected to come from important sectors such as manufacturing, commodities, and tourism.

Downstream Mining Project

The Russia-Ukraine war opened opportunities for Indonesia’s coal exports as it provided a bullish market for the world’s number 1 coal exporter. The government urged miners to increase production by 25% to fill in the gap due to the conflict. 

Additionally, Indonesian President Joko Widodo orders his cabinet members to accelerate the downstream mining project so the country can keep up with its projected timeline. Its main goal is to limit Indonesia’s import activity and strengthen its export capacity. 

The downstream mining project includes banning the export of raw mineral ores such as nickel to further leverage its multiple usages by encouraging foreign investments in the country’s mining sector. Furthermore, it provides sustainable opportunities and collaboration as the government sets partnerships with the US and China EV car companies.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Indonesia’s import and export statistics indicate positive trends, with notable increases in both export and import values. The country’s top exports include iron and steel, fossil fuels, and crude palm oil, with China emerging as the primary market. The ASEAN Development Bank predicts a steady economic growth of 4.8% – 5.0%, driven by various sectors such as manufacturing, infrastructure, commodities, and tourism. 

Despite a strong export outlook, experts emphasize the importance of managing inflation at 3% and expanding international trade partnerships as global economic activity slows down. 

Additionally, strategic initiatives, such as the downstream mining project and the focus on sustainable electric vehicle battery production, demonstrate Indonesia’s commitment to boosting its export capacity.