Indonesia Identifies 2,616 Potential Villages for Exports

Indonesia Identifies 2,616 Potential Villages for Exports

Indonesia Identifies 2 616 Potential Villages – In a recent initiative, Indonesia’s Ministry of Trade has pinpointed 2,616 villages nationwide as part of its ‘Desa Bisa Ekspor’ program, designed to grow the country’s exporter network and showcase regional goods on global markets. The effort aims to create a sustainable export framework by evaluating each village’s capacity to participate in international trade.

Program Focus on Village Potential

“Primary goods are typically sourced from rural areas, so we launched the Exportable Villages initiative in collaboration with the Ministry of Villages,” stated Ari Satria, the ministry’s director of Export Development for Services and Creative Products, during a press conference in Jakarta on July 5, 2026.

Ari emphasized that the program involves categorizing villages by their export readiness, enabling targeted support. “We’ve identified 2,616 villages, sorting them into groups based on their preparedness—some are already export-ready, while others show strong potential but require additional development,” he added.

Supporting Small-Scale Enterprises

The Ministry of Trade is also assisting small and medium businesses by acting as a bridge between local producers and foreign buyers. This role helps connect MSMEs with aggregators or buyers, fostering product innovation and market expansion. Additionally, the government continues to enhance mentoring programs to ensure businesses meet the regulatory standards of international markets.

Key Requirements for Export Success

“Businesses must grasp the requirements of export destinations, such as food safety protocols, halal certifications, and other compliance standards,” Ari noted. He explained that this approach builds confidence among MSMEs and improves their ability to compete globally.

Ari highlighted the importance of aligning local production with international benchmarks. “By addressing these needs, we’re creating a stronger foundation for rural communities to benefit from global trade,” he said.

The government anticipates that these villages will transform their signature products into export-ready items, boosting local economies through international commerce. “The export potential remains robust, and we’re committed to driving this growth,” Ari concluded.

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