Promoting Regional Exports, Customs Collaborates with Various Agencies
The vast potential for regional exports is often not optimally utilised due to logistical constraints, supply limitations, and the lack of integration among inter-agency services. Without strong collaboration, global market opportunities risk being missed, and local businesses struggle to develop. Cross-agency synergy is key to unlocking broader and more sustainable export access.
In Palembang, on Wednesday (8/4/2026), Palembang Customs collaborated with the Animal, Fish, and Plant Quarantine Agency (BKHIT) to support the exports of SME PT Pelangi Mas Khatulistiwa. This synergy was realised through the shipment of three 40-foot containers of laminating board and stick dowel products destined for China.
Meanwhile, in Gorontalo, on Thursday (9/4/2026), Gorontalo Customs conducted a working visit to the Gorontalo City Mayor’s Office to discuss the export potential of the fisheries sector. The meeting highlighted the superior quality of Gorontalo tuna, which has been recognised in international markets.
However, these opportunities still face challenges, such as limited supply from fishermen and meeting export quality standards. Additionally, the issuance of Certificates of Origin (SKA) in the region is a concern to accelerate the export process.
The Gorontalo City Government expressed its commitment to building a fisheries ecosystem from upstream, while Gorontalo Customs supports from the downstream side through facilitation and supervision to ensure products meet international standards.
Similar efforts are being undertaken in Cilacap. On Friday (10/4/2026), Cilacap Customs, along with the Cilacap Regency Government and the Cilacap Primary Tax Service Office, held coordination at the Cilacap Regional Secretariat Office. The meeting discussed exploring SME export potential and developing the tobacco product industry in the area.
Head of Cilacap Customs Office, Sinta Dewi Arini, emphasised the significant opportunities possessed by the region. The local government welcomed this collaboration as a concrete step to improve community welfare.
“Based on the data we have, Cilacap has tremendous potential to become an export origin area. Through this synergy, exploring SME export potential can be done more optimally, thereby driving economic growth and regional income,” she stated.
Through these various efforts, the synergy between Customs and related agencies is expected to streamline the export process, open business opportunities, enhance the competitiveness of local products, and drive regional economic growth. Integrated collaboration will enable more Indonesian products to penetrate global markets and provide tangible benefits to the wider community.