Minister of Trade Budi Santoso emphasized that the government will continue to maintain the availability of supplies and price stability for basic necessities in various regions to protect consumers' interests while ensuring the business continuity of producers.
Minister of Trade Budi Santoso stated that Minyakita is no longer part of the government's food aid program.
Trade Minister Budi Santoso stated that the government has agreed to adjust the increase in the Highest Retail Price (HET) for Minyakita and is targeting its implementation within the next one to two weeks.
The Indonesian Ministry of Trade has taken down 2,639 electronic commerce (PMSE) advertisements that violated statutory regulations by March 2026.
Minister of Trade Budi Santoso confirmed that prices of basic necessities in several markets remain relatively stable and that stocks are sufficient ahead of Eid al-Fitr 1447 H.
Minister of Trade Budi Santoso, accompanied by VIce Governor of North Sumatra H. Surya visited Gambir Market in Tebing Tinggi City on Friday (2/27/2026) to ensure the availability of various staple foods in the area during Ramadan and the lead-up to Eid al-Fitr.
The Ministry of Trade, along with several ministries and institutions, has agreed to expedite the distribution of basic necessities to various regions in Indonesia as a precautionary measure against potential extreme weather disruptions ahead of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr 2026.
The Trade Ministry confiscates illegal imported foods from tires, plastic raw material, ceramic, to food and beverages.
Reducing the content of MinyaKita cooking oil can be subject to severe sanctions with the maximum penalty being 5 years in prison or a fine of IDR 2 billion, says the Ministry of Trade officials.
The Trade Minister emphasized that the monitoring of MinyaKita on the market, particularly in the traditional market, will be tightened.
The Ministry of Trade (Kemendag) and Global Australian Halal Certification (GAHC) discussed cooperation opportunities in boosting the competitiveness of Indonesian halal products in the Australian market.
Minister of Trade Budi Santoso announced on Tuesday (5/11/2024) that e-commerce platforms could face sanctions if they list the iPhone 16 or Google Pixel for sale in Indonesia. Learn more!
