06 May '25

Indonesia's Rice Revolution: Surplus Impacts Cambodian Exports

President Prabowo Subianto Highlights Domestic Successes, Shifting Regional Trade Dynamics.

Jakarta witnessed a significant announcement during a recent cabinet meeting led by President Prabowo Subianto. The discussion focused on the implications of Indonesia's booming rice production, particularly its impact on Cambodian rice exports.

President Prabowo revealed that Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen had communicated concerns to Indonesia's Minister of Home Affairs, Tito Karnavian. The core issue stemmed from Indonesia's agricultural success, leading to a reduced need for rice imports from Cambodia.

"Our Cambodian counterpart acknowledged our abundant rice production," Prabowo stated, highlighting the shift in the market landscape. "They noted that this situation would affect their market because Indonesia will no longer import from them."

Prabowo took the opportunity to underscore the Indonesian government’s accomplishments in agriculture. He emphasized the impressive increase in rice and corn production, using the example of South Sumatra, which is projected to see a 25% increase in rice production this year, reaching 4 million tons.

The President emphasized that this achievement served as compelling evidence of Indonesia's effective management during the global food crisis. He further noted that the country's rice reserves were at an all-time high, a testament to the strength of the government's food security strategy.

“This achievement is not a coincidence,” he affirmed. “It is the result of careful planning and hard work at all levels of government.”

Prabowo commended the collaborative efforts among national and regional agencies in overcoming challenges posed by weather patterns, such as El Niño and La Niña, impacting agriculture. He also lauded the utilization of natural resources, citing the Brantas, Bengawan Solo, and Citarum rivers for irrigation as a vital factor in drought mitigation.

A key element of this success has been the wide-scale deployment of water pumps. “The government has provided tens of thousands of pumps to distribute water from major rivers to various regions,” he added.

Other Versions

Justice • 08 Apr '25

A life in Taiwan

Indonesia's Rice Revolution: Surplus Impacts Cambodian Exports

President Prabowo Subianto Highlights Domestic Successes, Shifting Regional Trade Dynamics.

Other Versions

American Lawyer in Taiwan Faces Sexual Assault Charges: A Case of Betrayal and Legal Turmoil

Sumatran Tiger Cubs Bring Hope and Conservation Success to Indonesia

Taiwan Gym Trainer Flees After Child Abuse Allegations: Fugitive on the Run

A Taste of Italy in Taipei: "Italiano Insieme" Hosts a Celebratory "Festa Italiana"

Philippines Softens Stance: Opens Doors for Official Exchanges with Taiwan

COVID-19 in Taiwan: A Rise in Cases Amidst New Wave

Japan's Trash Troubles: A Top Complaint for International Visitors

Ractopamine Detected in Australian Pork Imports to Taiwan: Regulatory Compliance and Food Safety

Indonesia and Turkey Forge Ahead: Strengthening Ties in Higher Education and Research

Taiwan Bolsters Defense: 20,000 Reservists Called Up for Intense War Games

Sponsor

Categories

Tags