One-Stop Export System Takes Effect Today, Palm Oil and Coal Exporters Must Report to PT DSI

JAKARTA - The government has begun tightening the management of strategic natural resource commodities by introducing a one-stop export mechanism through PT Danantara Sumberdaya Indonesia (DSI). The move aims to prevent under-invoicing, transfer pricing, and foreign currency leakage, which have been deemed to reduce the benefits of exports for the national economy. Economic Coordinating Minister Airlangga Hartarto said the policy will enter a transition phase from 1 June 2026, ensuring smooth cargo flow and business certainty for exporters. The policy follows President Prabowo Subianto’s directive to strengthen oversight of strategic commodity exports and optimise foreign exchange management. Initially, the system will apply to three key commodities: coal, palm oil, and ferro alloy. These commodities play a significant role in Indonesia’s trade. In 2025, exports of coal, palm oil, and ferro alloy totalled approximately $66.13 billion, accounting for 23.4% of national exports. As major foreign currency earners, they have also contributed to Indonesia’s 71 consecutive months of trade surplus. Airlangga explained that during the transition phase, exporters can continue using current mechanisms. However, they must submit electronic export activity documents to DSI via an integrated system with the Directorate General of Customs and Excise. The government will conduct a three-month evaluation to assess system readiness and business preparedness. The evaluation results will inform policy refinements before full implementation of the one-stop export system via DSI, targeted by 1 January 2027. Airlangga stated the phased approach ensures businesses have sufficient time to adjust. He also assured the new policy would not disrupt ongoing trade activities. “Cargo flow will remain smooth, existing contracts honoured, and trading partners’ interests considered to maintain business and international trade confidence,” Airlangga said. The government hopes the strengthened export management via DSI will enhance transparency in strategic commodity trade and ensure export earnings benefit the national economy more effectively. “With this new export management policy, each strategic export value should deliver tangible benefits to boost the economy and maximise prosperity for the Indonesian people,” Airlangga added.