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    "data": {
        "id": 1611469,
        "msgid": "expansion-during-turmoil-indonesian-textiles-target-australian-and-african-markets-1773406472",
        "date": "2026-03-13 18:47:09",
        "title": "Expansion During Turmoil: Indonesian Textiles Target Australian and African Markets",
        "author": "",
        "source": "CNBC",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Trade",
        "summary": "PT Trisula International, a major Indonesian textile manufacturer, is pursuing market expansion into Australia, Africa, and other regions whilst navigating global geopolitical tensions and reciprocal tariff concerns. The company is maintaining strong domestic performance through a medium-to-high market segment focus whilst managing challenges from free trade tariffs and competition from imported secondhand clothing products.",
        "content": "<p>Jakarta \u2014 Geopolitical turmoil stemming from tensions between Iran\nand the United States is affecting Indonesia\u2019s garment, textile, and\napparel manufacturing industries, according to Kevin Oen, Director of PT\nTrisula International Tbk.<\/p>\n<p>Middle Eastern conflicts and US reciprocal tariff discussions remain\nkey concerns for the textile and textile products (TPT) sector. In\nresponse, Trisula is focusing on meeting stakeholder obligations whilst\nstrengthening production capacity, sourcing sustainable raw materials,\nand expanding its market reach.<\/p>\n<p>Current economic and geopolitical disruptions remain manageable for\nthe industry. In 2026, Trisula will maintain focus on primary markets\nincluding Australia, followed by the United States, New Zealand, Japan,\nand Europe, whilst preparing to enter new African markets.<\/p>\n<p>On the domestic front, Trisula\u2019s subsidiaries are performing well,\ntargeting the medium-to-high market segment and maintaining a robust\ndomestic market position.<\/p>\n<p>Key strategic questions facing the sector include the impact of\nzero-percent import tariffs on Indonesian textile exports, the effects\nof increased US imports of shredded worn clothing, and how manufacturers\nlike Trisula can maintain competitiveness against imported products in\nglobal markets.<\/p>",
        "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/expansion-during-turmoil-indonesian-textiles-target-australian-and-african-markets-1773406472",
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    },
    "sponsor": "Okusi Associates",
    "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com"
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