Indonesia's Trade Balance with Iran

Israel and the United States attacked Iran on Saturday, 28 February 2026. In response, the Indonesian government through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs called on all parties involved to exercise restraint and prioritise dialogue and diplomacy.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs also stated that Indonesia had offered itself as a dialogue facilitator. “Should both sides agree, the President of Indonesia is willing to travel to Tehran to conduct mediation,” according to a Ministry statement on Saturday, 28 February 2026.

Iran is one of Indonesia’s trading partners. Based on the Trade Ministry’s Satu Data portal, total trade between Indonesia and Iran reached US$257.9 million in 2025. This position increased 18.71 per cent compared to the previous year, which was recorded at US$217.3 million.

In 2025, Indonesia’s total exports to Iran reached US$249.1 million, entirely comprising non-mineral exports. The main commodities exported were fruits, vehicles and their components, various chemical products, fats and oils of animal or vegetable origin, and wood and wooden goods.

Indonesia’s total imports from Iran reached US$8.8 million, consisting of mineral fuel imports of US$0.5 million and non-mineral imports of US$8.4 million. The main commodities contributing to imports were fruits, machinery or mechanical equipment, optical devices, organic chemicals, and electrical machinery or equipment.

Overall, Indonesia’s trade balance with Iran recorded a surplus of US$240.2 million in 2025. This position increased 23.10 per cent compared to the previous year, which was recorded at US$195.1 million.