Archive · 2 Jul 2025
Indonesia Urges India for Stable Palm Oil Import Policies
Indonesia, a big palm oil producer, wants India to have consistent policies on importing cooking oils.
They want both countries to be open about how they manage their supplies.
India lowered import taxes on these oils, and Indonesia increased export taxes to support its biofuel and replanting plans.
Indonesia hopes for ongoing discussions to ensure stable trade, especially as demand changes during festivals.
Indonesia seeks 'predictable policy' from India on palm oil imports.
Indonesia is the world's largest producer and exporter of crude palm oil (CPO).
The Indonesian ambassador emphasized the need for transparent stock management policies.
India reduced import duty on cooking oils in May 2025.
Indonesia increased export duties on CPO to fund biofuel programs.
- Who
- Indonesia and India's governments and consumers.
- What
- Indonesia is seeking predictable policies from India regarding palm oil imports.
- When
- Not specified in the article, but ongoing.
- Where
- India and Indonesia.
- Why
- To ensure stable trade and address supply and demand concerns, considering climate change and fluctuating demand.
Indonesia's Stance
India's Stance
Predictable Policy
Indonesia's Stance
Needs predictable policies for palm oil trade.
India's Stance
India needs to manage supply.
Transparent Policies
Indonesia's Stance
Wants open discussion for stock management.
India's Stance
India imposes certain policies.
- Indonesia's CPO Export Duty (2025)
- 10%
- India's Palm Oil Imports from Indonesia (2023-2024)
- Over 4.83 million tonnes (MT)
- India's Cooking Oil Imports (2023-24)
- 15.96 MT
- India's Import Duty Reduction (May 2025)
- From 27.5% to 16.5%
- Indonesia's Projected Palm Oil Production (2025)
- 47 MT
