Single-Window Export System for Three Natural Resources Implemented, Business Owners Speak Out
Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - The government has officially implemented a single-window export system for three commodities through PT Danantara Sumberdaya Indonesia (PT DSI). In its initial phase, this initiative will commence on 1 June 2026, covering coal, palm oil, and ferroalloys.
Following the implementation of this policy, several national business associations have voiced their opinions. These include the Indonesian Employers Association (APINDO), the Indonesian Mining Association (IMA), the Indonesian Coal Mining Association (APBI-ICMA), the Indonesian Nickel Industry Forum (FINI), and the Indonesian Palm Oil Association (GAPKI).
In a joint statement, the associations noted that the policy aims to enhance trade transparency, prevent under-invoicing and transfer pricing practices, and ensure that Export Proceeds from Natural Resources (DHE) contribute optimally to the national economy. “We understand that this policy aims to increase trade transparency, prevent under-invoicing and transfer pricing, and ensure that Export Proceeds from Natural Resources (DHE) provide an optimal contribution to the national economy. In this spirit, all associations are ready to act as constructive partners to the Government,” the joint statement read, as cited on Tuesday (2/6/2026).
However, to maintain industrial stability, business certainty, and the continuity of national export flows, the business community believes special attention is required regarding the following strategic aspects:
Phased Implementation Based on Sector Characteristics: Implementation should be carried out gradually, transparently, and accountably, considering the uniqueness of each sector. Mining commodities, coal, nickel, ferro-nickel/ferro-alloy, and palm oil possess highly diverse contract structures, supply chains, financing mechanisms, and international buyer profiles. During the transition period, export activities are expected to continue according to existing mechanisms, accompanied by strengthened supervision and digital system integration by the Government and PT Danantara Sumberdaya Indonesia (DSI).
Legal Certainty and Business Mechanisms: Guarantees are needed regarding ongoing contracts, long-term contracts, payment mechanisms, as well as shipping and insurance provisions. Clarity regarding DHE obligations, Domestic Market Obligation (DMO), and the treatment of international trade schemes (FTA, bilateral agreements, WTO provisions) is also urgent. The Government needs to issue transparent technical guidelines to eliminate negative speculation and maintain international market confidence in Indonesia as a global commodity supplier.
Transparent and Efficient Governance of Danantara SDI: DSI’s operations are expected to be conducted transparently and accountably, without imposing additional cost burdens on business players. DSI’s role as a facilitator and enhancer of national export data needs to be clearly defined to build trust among the business community and international markets.
Transparent, Credible Digital Platforms that Guarantee Data Confidentiality: Handling under-invoicing and transfer pricing must be done systemically through modern information technology, with law enforcement targeting specific violators. An integrated export platform should be designed as a closed-loop system covering the entire upstream-downstream industry chain, connected to all relevant agencies, while ensuring transparency, credibility, and the confidentiality of each industry player’s data.
Formation of Sectoral Technical Forums: The business community proposes the formation of a technical coordination forum involving the Government, DSI, financial authorities, and business associations. This forum would discuss comprehensive technical details, including commodity scope, pricing mechanisms, Service Level Agreements (SLA), payment and dispute resolution, and the transition stages towards full implementation.
Socialisation to Buyers/Importers: Socialisation regarding this export governance policy to international buyers and importers must be carried out immediately by both the Government and DSI. Sectoral associations are ready to support and facilitate these efforts.
“APINDO, IMA, APBI, FINI, and GAPKI affirm their determination to support the Government through constructive technical input, policy socialisation to all members, and monitoring the transition period to ensure it proceeds orderly and does not disrupt the smooth flow of national exports. Through open dialogue and measured implementation, we believe this policy will strengthen natural resource governance, increase export competitiveness, and provide maximum benefits to the national economy,” the joint statement added.