trade relations

The Chilean-Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Culture reports on a series of significant developments in the bilateral trade relations between Chile and Indonesia. These developments include the expansion of Chile's fruit exports to Indonesia, the surge in Chilean salmon exports, and the opening of the Chilean market to Bolivian products.

As Chile gears up for the fruitful export season of 2024-2025, the Chilean ambassador in Indonesia, Mario Artaza, and the head of the Division of Agricultural, Forestry and Seed Protection of the Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG), Marco Muñoz, met with representatives of the Indonesian Quarantine Agency (IQA). The strategic discussions revolved around opening the market for fresh Chilean lemons, the entry of nuts with and without shell, progress in electronic certification, renewal of recognition of the Chilean safety system, and the export of frozen fruits.

Chile is also expanding its salmon exports to new countries, including Australia, which has approved Chile as compliant with its rigorous biosecurity standards (BICON) for salmonid importation. Chile's salmon exports play a crucial role in the national economy and in regions with strong aquaculture activity. In 2023, shipments of this product exceeded US$6 billion.

Meanwhile, negotiations are advancing for the opening of the Chilean market to Bolivian products. This is part of a decision to boost trade and strengthen bilateral economic ties. The products include milk, beef, oregano, avocado, llama meat products and by-products; Amazonian fruits, peanuts, almonds, honey, and eggs.

In other news, the East Java Multipurpose Terminal (EJMT) in Indonesia has partnered with Sinarmas LDA Usaha Pelabuhan (SLUP) for towing and pilotage tasks. Furthermore, Vina Santa Rita, a Chilean wine company, reported a slight increase in revenues during the first nine months of the year, with consolidated export market revenues increasing by 6.8%.

Lastly, the Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG) has inaugurated a record-breaking season of Chilean cherry exports, certifying the first 10 tons of this valuable fruit. With Chile established as a global leader in cherry production, this year is expected to set a new export record.

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The Indo-Chilean Chamber of Commerce and Culture is pleased to report on several significant developments in the international trade space involving both Indonesia and Chile.

Chilean Salmon Exports

Chile has successfully expanded its salmon exports, with Australia now added to its list of market destinations. This move comes after Chile met the stringent biosecurity standards set by Australia (BICON) for salmonid imports. Chilean salmon exports, which surpassed US$6 billion in 2023, play a vital role in the national economy and in regions with robust aquaculture activity. The addition of Australia bolsters Chile's presence in markets such as the United States, Brazil, and Russia.

Chilean Market Opens to Bolivian Products

Chile and Bolivia are making significant strides in opening the Chilean market to Bolivian products, including milk, beef, oregano, avocados, llama meat products, Amazonian fruits, peanuts, almonds, honey, and eggs. This is part of a broader effort to invigorate trade exchanges and strengthen bilateral economic ties. The meeting to promote commercial exchange was presided over by Huáscar Ajata, Bolivia's Vice Minister of Foreign Trade and Integration, and Claudia Sanhueza, Chile's Undersecretary of International Economic Relations.

Indonesia's EJMT and SLUP Partnership

In Indonesia, East Java Multipurpose Terminal (EJMT), a branch of International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI), has appointed Sinarmas LDA Usaha Pelabuhan (SLUP) as its towing and pilotage provider. With this partnership, SLUP will deploy two port tugboats with a total engine power of 6,200 horsepower and provide Class 1 maritime pilot services to support the pilotage operations of the EJMT terminal and Lamongan Shorebase.

Vina Santa Rita's Sales and Chilean Cherry Exports

Vina Santa Rita reported a slight 0.3% increase in revenues during the first nine months of the year, totaling $121.387 billion. The consolidated export market, which includes Chile and Argentina, saw an increase in billing in Chilean pesos by 6.8%, reaching $61.935 billion pesos.

Meanwhile, the Chilean Agricultural and Livestock Service has launched an historic cherry export season, certifying the first 10 tons of this valuable fruit destined for demanding markets in China, India, Thailand, Taiwan, South Korea, and Spain. With Chile positioned as a global leader in cherry production, this year is expected to set a new export record.

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