In Indonesia, Antara reported that the Indonesian government announced a total ban on the import of rice, table sugar, and corn for 2026, citing a significant rise in domestic production and a strategic pivot toward national food self-sufficiency.
Tatang Yuliono, a senior official at the Coordinating Ministry for Food Affairs, stated that the country has successfully achieved self-reliance in these strategic commodities, following a comprehensive review of the 2026 National Commodity Balance.
Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman emphasized that the policy follows direct instructions from President Prabowo Subianto to prioritize the welfare of local farmers and livestock breeders.
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