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        "msgid": "indonesia-ships-first-frozen-tuna-loin-export-from-maluku-to-thailand-1783147811",
        "date": "2026-07-04 13:20:56",
        "title": "Indonesia ships first frozen tuna loin export from Maluku to Thailand",
        "author": "",
        "source": "ANTARA_EN",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Trade",
        "summary": "Indonesia has shipped its first export of frozen tuna loin from Maluku to Thailand, marking a strategic push to expand seafood markets. The 11-metric-ton shipment, valued at over Rp1 billion, was certified under international food safety standards by the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries. Officials stated the move reflects central and regional government cooperation to boost economic growth through broader export destinations.",
        "content": "<p>This is a concrete step by the government and regional authorities to\nsupport economic growth..Jakarta (ANTARA) - Indonesia shipped its first\nfrozen tuna loin export from Maluku to Thailand, sending 11 metric tons\nworth more than Rp1 billion to expand seafood exports.<\/p>\n<p>The inaugural shipment departed from Yos Sudarso Port in Ambon,\nMaluku, on Thursday after receiving the Fishery Product Quality and\nSafety Certificate (SMKHP), issued by the Ministry of Marine Affairs and\nFisheries.<\/p>\n<p>Acting Head of the Fishery Product Quality Control and Supervision\nAgency Ishartini said the shipment reflected cooperation between the\ncentral and regional governments to strengthen economic growth through\nbroader export markets.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis is a concrete step by the government and regional authorities\nto support economic growth through the expansion of export\ndestinations,\u201d Ishartini said.<\/p>\n<p>She explained that the frozen tuna loin met international food\nquality and safety standards after obtaining the SMKHP, a mandatory\ncertification required for fishery exports.<\/p>\n<p>According to Ishartini, the certification is recognized under the\nCodex Alimentarius, the international benchmark for food quality and\nsafety standards, ensuring that Indonesian fishery products comply with\nthe import requirements of destination countries.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe quality and safety of fishery products are among the key factors\ndetermining their acceptance in export markets,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n<p>Ishartini said strengthening the national quality assurance system is\npart of the government\u2019s strategy to improve the competitiveness of\nIndonesian seafood while expanding access to overseas markets.<\/p>\n<p>Head of the Maluku Provincial Industry and Trade Office Ahmad Jais\nEly described the inaugural shipment as a significant milestone for\nboosting seafood exports from the eastern Indonesian province.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBefore departure, the Fishery Product Quality and Safety Certificate\nwas issued as a mandatory document for entry into the Thai market,\u201d Ely\nsaid.<\/p>\n<p>The ministry emphasized that strengthening quality assurance\nthroughout the supply chain\u2014from upstream production to downstream\nprocessing\u2014remains essential to improving the competitiveness of various\nIndonesian seafood, encouraging product diversification, and expanding\nexport destinations.<\/p>\n<p>Related news: Indonesia targets stronger seafood exports with 2026\nstrategy<\/p>\n<p>Related news: Fishing village program could revive Papua tuna\nindustry: lawmaker<\/p>\n<p>Related news: RI govt to facilitate firms to secure 0% tuna export\ntariffs to Japan<\/p>\n<p>Translator: Shofi Ayudiana, Martha Herlinawati Simanjuntak<\/p>",
        "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/indonesia-ships-first-frozen-tuna-loin-export-from-maluku-to-thailand-1783147811",
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