Indonesia's Textile Industry Exports $4.85 Billion in First Half of 2026
Indonesia's textile industry recorded $4.85 billion in exports in the first half of 2026, while employing 3.8 million workers amid industry pressures.
The Indonesian Ministry of Industry reported a US$4.85 billion export value for the textile and textile product (TPT) sector during the first half of 2026. Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita highlighted that the industry employs 3.8 million workers. Despite challenges, new investments and business expansions are underway, as stated in a written statement by the Minister on August 18, 2026.
The government plans to provide incentives, restructuring programs, credit facilities, and improved trade safeguard policies to boost performance. The government is also implementing the Making Indonesia 4.0 initiative and adopting green industry standards to enhance competitiveness in global markets. Additionally, ratification of the Indonesia-European Union Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement is seen as an opportunity to strengthen global market presence.
Improving product quality, efficiency, innovation, and meeting international standards are crucial for TPT industry players. The global market not only evaluates products but also manufacturing methods, with sustainability playing an increasingly important role as a competitive advantage. Indonesian Textile Association data shows an 1.57 percent increase in export value to US$4.77 billion for the first half of 2026 compared to the previous year.
Imports grew from US$3.41 billion to US$3.58 billion, resulting in a trade surplus of US$1.27 billion, slightly lower than the US$1.37 billion surplus in the same period last year.
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