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        "id": 1872970,
        "msgid": "kubu-raya-eyes-halal-trade-cooperation-with-sarawak-1784645412",
        "date": "2026-07-21 20:58:00",
        "title": "Kubu Raya eyes halal, trade cooperation with Sarawak",
        "author": "",
        "source": "ANTARA_EN",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Trade",
        "summary": "Kubu Raya District in West Kalimantan is seeking to transform diplomatic meetings into concrete economic outcomes by strengthening trade and halal industry cooperation with Sarawak, Malaysia. The initiative was pursued during the Borneo International Halal Showcase 2026, with the regent instructing agencies to ensure immediate follow-up actions. The partnership is seen as strategically vital due to Sarawak's proximity, offering a gateway for local micro, small, and medium enterprises to expand into regional markets.",
        "content": "<p>\u201cWe hope this cooperation will move beyond meetings and produce\nconcrete actions that benefit Kubu Raya,\u201d Sujiwo said at a reception\nhosted by Indonesia\u2019s Consulate General in Kuching.<\/p>\n<p>The visit coincided with Sujiwo\u2019s participation in the Borneo\nInternational Halal Showcase 2026, held at the invitation of Sarawak\u2019s\nMinistry of International Trade, Industry and Investment.<\/p>\n<p>The July 21-23 forum aims to help Kubu Raya District in West\nKalimantan Province expand market access, explore investment\nopportunities and build business partnerships with Sarawak and other\nregional stakeholders.<\/p>\n<p>Sujiwo said the forum offers Kubu Raya an opportunity to promote\nlocal products while exploring investment and business cooperation with\nSarawak and other participating regions.<\/p>\n<p>Future cooperation could focus on entrepreneurship, trade and the\nhalal industry, which continues to offer significant growth\nopportunities in regional markets, he said.<\/p>\n<p>Sujiwo instructed government agencies accompanying him to immediately\nfollow up on cooperation opportunities identified during the forum.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cRelevant agencies must take concrete follow-up actions. Cooperation\nshould not stop at ceremonial events,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Every official meeting and working visit should produce tangible\noutcomes that support regional development and improve public welfare,\nSujiwo said.<\/p>\n<p>Strengthening economic ties with Sarawak is strategically important\nbecause of its proximity and accessibility, making the Malaysian state a\npotential gateway for Kubu Raya products.<\/p>\n<p>The partnership could create broader opportunities for micro, small\nand medium-sized enterprises and other local businesses to increase\nproduction, expand marketing networks and enter regional markets.<\/p>\n<p>Sujiwo said he hoped participation in the Sarawak forum would lead to\nmutually beneficial cooperation.<\/p>\n<p>The Kubu Raya administration will continue pursuing productive\npartnerships with Sarawak and other stakeholders to strengthen the\nregional economy and create opportunities for local communities, he\nsaid.<\/p>\n<p>Related news: ASEAN Connectivity: Connecting countries,\ninfrastructure, and trade<\/p>\n<p>Related news: West Kalimantan, Kuching sign trade, investment\ncooperation pact<\/p>\n<p>Translator: Bayu Prasetyo<\/p>",
        "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/kubu-raya-eyes-halal-trade-cooperation-with-sarawak-1784645412",
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