Trade Expo Indonesia 2026 Aims for $17.5 Billion in Transactions
Trade Minister Budi Santoso stated that the 41st Trade Expo Indonesia (TEI), which will take place from 14-18 October 2026, is targeted to record transaction value of US$17.5 billion, or approximately IDR 293.30 trillion. This figure is higher than the previous year’s target of US$16.5 billion. In 2025, TEI exceeded expectations with realised transactions reaching US$22.8 billion, or approximately IDR 382.65 trillion.
“We hope that this target of US$17.5 billion will be achieved, and even surpassed. This is a good opportunity for us because our market is getting better, and more trade agreements are starting to open up,” said Budi at the launch of TEI 2026 in Jakarta.
He assessed that this optimism is supported by the positive trend of Indonesian exports, which grew by 6.15% in 2025, even though global trade dynamics are still faced with various challenges.
“So we are optimistic that transactions will run well, and of course, we hope that our exports will increase even more next year,” he said.
Budi explained that the implementation of TEI is carried out through three integrated stages. In the initial stage, since the registration process, participants have been facilitated to conduct business matching with prospective international buyers. This process involves trade attachés and Indonesian representatives in 33 countries, so that transaction opportunities can be prepared before the exhibition begins.
The second stage takes place during the exhibition from 14-18 October 2026, where transactions are expected to occur directly between exhibitors and buyers from various countries. According to him, this momentum is an important opportunity for business actors to expand their network while promoting Indonesia’s superior products in the global market.
The third stage is carried out after the exhibition ends. The government together with trade representatives will monitor the realisation of transactions to ensure that there are no technical obstacles that hinder the trade process.
According to Budi, this step is necessary so that the results of TEI are not only ceremonial, but also contribute real and sustainable contributions to national export performance. (Ant/E-3)