Archive: 10 January 2009
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Sat, 10 Jan 2009, 12:09 WIB
New policy to protect exporters, but may spook buyers
While a new export regulation will help cover local firms from risk of payment default, several business associations say it may spook potential overseas buyers of the country’s key commodities. Trade Minister Mari Elka Pangestu said Friday a new ministerial decree, issued Monday, would require the use of letter of credits (L/Cs) for export transactions for raw mining and plantation commodities.