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On July 29, EuroCham, in collaboration with HukumOnline, successfully held a discussion titled “Navigating Shifts in Indonesia’s Import Policy: A Discussion on Ministry of Trade Regulation No. 16 of 2025.” The event aimed to unpack the implications of the updated import policy and regulations as well as raise awareness among business practitioners on the importance of compliance and preparedness moving forward.

The event commenced with welcoming remarks by Christina Desy, AVP Premium Content at HukumOnline, followed by Fabian Kieble, Chairman of EuroCham and Managing Director of Rhenus Logistics Asia Pacific, who delivered his opening remarks.

A key presentation was then delivered by Nabila Rieska Maulani, Legal Editor at HukumOnline, which was moderated by Suryamin Halim, Deputy Head of EuroCham’s Retail Sub-Working Group and General Manager of Corporate Affairs at PT. Hindo (H&M). The presentation concluded with a Q&A session, a handover of tokens of appreciation handover to the keynote speaker and panelists, and group photos with all participants.

EuroCham extends its sincere appreciation to our partner, HukumOnline, for the productive collaboration in making this event a success. Together, we continue to foster informed, solution-oriented discussions that help businesses navigate evolving regulatory landscapes. As part of our ongoing commitment, EuroCham strives to support its members through timely, practical insights that advance trade and investment in Indonesia.

On 16 July, members of EuroCham’s Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and Healthcare Working Groups had the opportunity to engage in a constructive dialogue with the Coordinating Ministry for Food Affairs to discuss recent developments and ongoing challenges related to the availability of industrial salt.

We sincerely thank Bapak Bara Hasibuan (Expert Staff for Digital Transformation & Inter-Institutional Relations) and Bapak Dandy Satria Iswara (Deputy for Coordination of Maritime Resources) for their active participation and for sharing valuable insights into the government’s efforts to achieve salt self-sufficiency.

During the discussion, EuroCham members reiterated their support for the development of Indonesia’s salt industry while emphasizing the importance of maintaining a stable supply of industrial salt for strategic sectors such as food and beverage and cosmetics, as well as critical sectors like pharmaceuticals and medical devices, ensuring continued public access to essential healthcare products.

We extend our gratitude to the Coordinating Ministry for Food Affairs for facilitating this important dialogue and look forward to continued collaboration in support of national goals and industry needs.