Business Leaders Scrutinise Single-Door Palm Oil Export Scheme via DSI

The Chairman of the Indonesian Palm Oil Association (GAPKI), Edy Martono, has emphasised the importance of strengthening export regulations under PT Danantara Sumber Daya Indonesia (DSI) during the transition period. He stated that this is necessary to ensure that once the single-door export rules are implemented generally, the system functions effectively.

“However, during this transition period, the detailed mechanisms or implementing regulations must be fully finalised. By 2027, when DSI is fully operational, these regulations must be firmly in place,” he said when met at the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs office in Jakarta on Tuesday (2/6/2026).

Edy expressed hope that DSI would provide highly detailed export regulations, particularly for palm oil products, to encompass all stakeholders, including farmers, industry players, and traders. He cited the complexity of palm oil buyer specifications as a key concern, noting that the single-door export system must not disadvantage domestic exporters or international buyers.

“DSI must be truly prepared. If it turns out that they are not ready during the process, we suggest a phased implementation rather than an immediate rollout to avoid bottlenecks or stagnation, which would ultimately cause us trouble and lead to loss of market share. The core point is that we support this, but DSI must be genuinely ready,” said Edy.

He added, “This means being prepared with clear regulations, and if readiness is lacking, it should be implemented gradually.”

Edy also hopes that the implementation of DSI will not stifle the palm oil trading industry. He raised concerns regarding small-scale traders, questioning whether they would be prohibited from operating or forced to go through DSI. “This must be clear so that these traders do not perish, as they also provide employment. Furthermore, if their needs cannot be met, we may lose our market options,” he noted.

GAPKI, he added, will continue to provide input to the government to ensure Indonesia does not lose its market. He highlighted that palm oil exporters have successfully maintained global markets, with 90% of exports currently in downstream form. “DSI must manage this carefully; we cannot allow stagnation or bottlenecks to occur, or our markets will disappear. Therefore, I am stating that if DSI is to be implemented, it should be done in stages. Not all at once, but gradually,” he concluded.