Event Reports

On 17 July, EuroCham had the honor of attending the Socialization of BPOM Regulation No. 16 of 2025 on the Supervision of Pharmaceutical Preparations and Processed Foods Through Community Participation, held by Badan Pengawas Obat dan Makanan (BPOM).

Opened by the Head of BPOM, Dr. Taruna Ikrar, M.Kes., the event gathered distinguished guests, including Nagita Slavina, drh. Rahayu Widayanti, Intan Nur Rahmawanti, SH., MH., and representatives from Forhati, Kominfo, BPKN, DWP BPOM, and PERDOSKI. A talk show featuring Muhammad Kashuri, Deputy for the Supervision of Traditional Medicines, Health Supplements, and Cosmetics, further enriched the discussion.

The new regulation highlights BPOM’s commitment to involving the public, including social media influencers, in ensuring product safety through education and community-based supervision. It promotes science-based communication and accessible reporting to reduce misleading claims and increase consumer awareness, especially in health and beauty.

We appreciate the invitation and commend BPOM’s efforts to foster a safer, better-informed public by promoting responsible communication in health-related content.

On July 17, the Chemical Working Group held its regular meeting at the EuroCham office.

The meeting was opened by the Head of the Working Group, Inezia Aurelia (Head of Regulatory Management & Trade Compliance at Merck Chemicals & Life Sciences), and Deputy Head, Haqiki Aplesiasfika (Senior Product Regulatory Specialist at Dow Indonesia).

Members engaged in a focused discussion on recent developments related to the importation and distribution of chemical materials, including hazardous substances. The group also addressed the upcoming implementation of mandatory halal certification for chemical, biological, and genetically modified products, which is set to take effect in 2026. In addition, members reviewed ongoing initiatives and outlined upcoming action plans.

We extend our sincere appreciation to all participants for their valuable insights and continued support in advancing the Chemical Working Group’s advocacy agenda.