Indonesia’s palm oil exports surged by 32.92% year-on-year as of July 2025, reaching UD$14.02 billion in value, up from US$10.55 billion in the same period last year. This growth was driven by both volume and price increases, with export volumes rising to 13.64 million tons and average prices climbing to US$1,042.72 per ton. Crude palm oil (CPO) and its derivatives accounted for 9.21% of Indonesia’s non-oil and gas exports, helping the country maintain a positive trade balance for the 63rd consecutive month. India remained a key market, with the animal/vegetable fat and oil segment contributing USD$2.2 billion to bilateral trade. Despite strong performance, Indonesia faces regulatory challenges in the European Union, particularly with the upcoming EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which mandates proof of deforestation-free sourcing for palm oil products. While Indonesia is classified as a “standard-risk” country under the EU’s benchmarking system, concerns remain over compliance and market access. Meanwhile, a WTO ruling recently favored Indonesia by instructing the EU to revoke countervailing duties on Indonesian biodiesel, citing insufficient investigative basis. These developments underscore both the strategic importance and geopolitical complexity of Indonesia’s palm oil trade.Source: https://jakartaglobe.id/business/indonesias-palm-oil-export-hits-1402-billion-up-nearly-33 (ICE GIACARTA)

Fonte notizia: Jakarta Globe, 1 September 2025