PALMOILMAGAZINE, TANGERANG – Indonesia’s Ministry of Trade (Kemendag) continues to expand the country’s export reach, particularly to Latin America. Through the implementation of Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements (CEPA) with Chile and Peru, the Ministry sees the partnership as a strategic step to strengthen Indonesia’s competitiveness, especially in key sectors such as footwear, automotive, and palm oil derivatives.
This was conveyed by Director General of International Trade Negotiations at the Ministry of Trade, Djatmiko Bris Witjaksono, during a seminar titled “Indonesia’s Business Potential in Latin America through Peru CEPA and Chile CEPA” held on Saturday (Oct 18) at the Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE) BSD City, Tangerang. The event was part of the 40th Trade Expo Indonesia (TEI) series.
“Peru and Chile are Indonesia’s key partners in the Latin American region. Through CEPA, we are not only broadening market access but also strengthening Indonesia’s position amid today’s dynamic global economy,” Djatmiko stated, as quoted by Palmoilmagazine.com from Kemendag’s official release.
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The seminar featured speakers from Indonesia’s trade representatives abroad, business associations, and companies already engaged in the Latin American market.
From the agro-industry perspective, Irma Nuranggraini, Export Manager of PT AK Goldenesia, highlighted that palm-based derivative products such as shortening, margarine, and cooking oil have significant export potential in the region.
“Countries like Peru and Chile do not have extensive palm plantations. As a result, Indonesian palm-based products are in high demand because they are healthier and more efficient compared to soybean or sunflower oil blends,” she explained.
Irma also noted the construction of Cancay Port in Peru, which is expected to become a key logistics hub for Indonesian exports to South America. “With this modern port, delivery times will be shorter and logistics costs more efficient. This is a momentum we must seize,” she added.
The enthusiasm of Indonesian businesses toward export opportunities in Latin America was evident from the active participation of seminar attendees. Among them was Aaron Panjaitan, owner of PT Aaron Global Sejahtera, a company engaged in the trade of Indonesian spices and agricultural products.
“This seminar provided valuable insights, especially for young entrepreneurs seeking to explore export markets. The information shared has opened up new opportunities in the Latin American region,” Aaron concluded. (P3)
